Welsh girl name
Awen Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Awen means poetic inspiration. From the Welsh word awen, meaning poetic inspiration
Awen is a Welsh word that means poetic inspiration, and it is central to the bardic tradition of Wales. In medieval poetry the awen was the flowing gift that a poet received, and it remains a symbol in modern Welsh and Druid traditions. Used as a name it is brief and distinctive and offers a lovely meaning. It is pronounced with two clear syllables, ah and wen. Awen is suitable for any child, though it is more often given to girls, and it sits well with other Welsh word names.
Computer-generated voice, as a guide to pronunciation.
Variants of Awen
AwenaAwenn
Awen popularity: Ireland vs the US
Awen does not appear in the official Irish or US baby name rankings, which only list names given to a handful of babies a year. It is a rare choice in both countries.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Awen mean?
Awen means "poetic inspiration". From the Welsh word awen, meaning poetic inspiration.
How do you pronounce Awen?
Awen is pronounced AH-wen.
What is the origin of Awen?
Awen is of Welsh origin. From the Welsh word awen, meaning poetic inspiration.