Rising since 1996, #3,036 for boys today.
Popularity of Owais since 1991
Babies named Owais per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 25 |
| 2000s | 81 |
| 2010s | 151 |
| 2020s | 176 |
Meaning & origin
Owais, a name of Arabic origin meaning 'wolf', entered U.S. records in 1991 and has seen a rising trajectory in usage since 1996. It reached its peak rank of 3,036 in the latest year, with 1 in 42,702 newborn boys receiving the name. The name is most popular in New York and California, reflecting its presence in communities with strong Arabic and Islamic heritage. Its association with the revered figure Owais al-Qarani gives it a spiritual resonance, and it remains a distinctive choice for families seeking a name with deep cultural roots.
Owais is of Arabic origin, derived from the word 'awās meaning 'wolf'. It is closely associated with the Islamic saint Owais al-Qarani, a revered figure from the time of the Prophet Muhammad. The name has been used across the Arabic-speaking world and among Muslim communities globally.
Where Owais is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Owais” around the world
Where Owais lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
30
babies in 2024
Quebec
6
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Oways, Uwais
Sibling names for Owais
Names that share Owais's style, for a brother or sister.
