Where it comes from
possibly Eugenios (Greek, 'well-born') or an older Welsh root meaning 'young warrior'
Also known as
Owain (the older Welsh form), Eoghan (Irish Gaelic)
Fun Fact
Owain Glyndwr, the last native Welsh person to hold the title Prince of Wales, led a major early 15th-century revolt against English rule, cementing the name's association with Welsh national identity.