Name Meaning & Origin
"A female given name from Welsh, variant of Olwen."
Data last updated: 2025 SSA records
In Welsh mythology, Olwen is the daughter of the giant Ysbaddaden and cousin of Goreu. She is the heroine of the story Culhwch and Olwen in the Mabinogion. Her father is fated to die if she ever marries, so when Culhwch comes to court her, he is given a series of immensely difficult tasks which he must complete before he can win her hand. With the help of his cousin King Arthur, Culhwch succeeds and the giant dies, allowing Olwen to marry her suitor.
In Welsh mythology, Olwen is the daughter of the giant Ysbaddaden and cousin of Goreu. She is the heroine of the story Culhwch and Olwen in the Mabinogion. Her father is fated to die if she ever marries, so when Culhwch comes to court her, he is given a series of immensely difficult tasks which he must complete before he can win her hand. With the help of his cousin King Arthur, Culhwch succeeds and the giant dies, allowing Olwen to marry her suitor.
Life Path 8 — Power & Ambition: Goal-driven, authoritative, and business-minded.
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Root element "Olwyn" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A female given name from Welsh, variant of Olwen.".
Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.
Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.
Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.
~22 people named Olwyn in the US. Peaked in 1970 with 6 recorded uses.
The Life Path number for Olwyn is 8, associated with Power & Ambition. Soul Urge: 6. Personality: 2.
Olwyn is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.
Approximately 22 people in the United States are named Olwyn. The name peaked in 1970 with 6 recorded uses.
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