Standard spelling
欧文
Ōu wén
The standard Chinese spelling of Owen.
- 欧
- Europe; a common name sound
- 文
- culture, literary grace
The version used for Owen in Chinese books, films and news.
Owen in Chinese
In Chinese, Owen is written 欧文 (Ōu wén), the standard spelling used in Chinese books, films and news. If you would like a name with meaning, try 浩文 (Hào wén): a Chinese-style name meaning vast learning and culture.
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欧文
Ōu wén
Owen
Choose by sound or by meaning.
There is no single official spelling of an English name in Chinese. Here is what each option says, character by character.
Name with meaning
浩文
Hào wén
A Chinese-style name meaning vast learning and culture.
- 浩
- vast, grand
- 文
- culture, literary grace
Keeps the “O-wen” sound of Owen, with a meaning worth wearing.
Single character
文
Wén
A single character meaning culture and literary grace.
- 文
- culture, literary grace
A compact mark for small artwork or a seal-style stamp.
Where Owen comes from.
Owen comes from the Welsh Owain. Its origin is uncertain; it may come from the Latin Eugenius, “well born”, or from Welsh words for “lamb” or “youth”.
Famous Owens in Chinese
- Owen Wilsonactor, Midnight in Paris欧文·威尔逊
About Owen in Chinese
What does the name Owen mean?
Owen comes from the Welsh Owain. Its origin is uncertain; it may come from the Latin Eugenius, “well born”, or from Welsh words for “lamb” or “youth”.
How do you say Owen in Chinese?
Owen is written 欧文 and pronounced Ōu wén. This is the standard spelling Chinese speakers use for the name. The version used for Owen in Chinese books, films and news.
What does 浩文 mean?
浩文 (Hào wén) is a Chinese-style name for Owen: a Chinese-style name meaning vast learning and culture. 浩 means “vast, grand”, 文 means “culture, literary grace”.
Which version of Owen is best for a tattoo?
欧文 is how Chinese speakers will read your name. 浩文 is shorter and every character carries a meaning, which many people prefer for body art. Write it in a readable style such as Kaishu, and show it to a fluent reader before your appointment.