Holding steady.
Popularity of Ohn since 1922
Babies named Ohn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 6 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 34 |
| 1970s | 38 |
| 1980s | 84 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ohn is a rare name in the United States, first recorded in 1922. Its peak usage occurred in 1984, though it has never entered the top 1000. The name's trajectory is stable, indicating very low but consistent use. Ohn likely originated as a modern variant of Owen or a short form of longer names. Its obscurity makes it a distinctive choice, but its meaning remains uncertain.
Ohn is a name of uncertain origin. It may be a modern invention or a variant of Owen, which itself derives from Welsh Owain meaning 'youth' or 'well-born'. Alternatively, it could be a shortened form of names like Ohnara or Ohnathan, though these are uncommon. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1922.
Sibling names for Ohn
Names that share Ohn's style, for a brother or sister.
