The nameMewen
Mewen is a Breton boy's name, mostly given in the 2000s and 2010s.
- Boy's name
- Breton
Meaning
Its meaning is debated. It is the Breton name of Saint Méen, a monk who came from Britain in the 6th century.
Origin
Breton. Saint Méen gave his name to Saint-Méen-le-Grand.
History
First found in 1988, Mewen peaked in the early 2010s, mostly in Brittany. It is still given today.
Popularity of the name Mewen
Mewen in France
Mewen was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 720 births over the decade, 46% of all recorded babies named Mewen. Its rise began around 1997, and it peaked in 2012. Half of all babies named Mewen in France were born before 2012, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 39 births a year on average, against 51 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mewen mean?
Its meaning is debated. It is the Breton name of Saint Méen, a monk who came from Britain in the 6th century.
What is the origin of the name Mewen?
Breton. Saint Méen gave his name to Saint-Méen-le-Grand.
Is Mewen a girl's or a boy's name?
Mewen is a boy's name.