Ewen

Ewen is a personal name and a surname of Scottish origin. It is commonly treated as a variant of Ewan, Evan, or Owen, and it is connected to Gaelic forms such as Eòin (John) or Eoghan in historical usage. As a given name, Ewen has been used primarily in Scotland, with adoption in Canada and the United States through migration and cultural exchange. Related spellings include Ewan and Euan.

As a surname, Ewen originated as a patronymic or descriptive name in Scotland and Ireland and later spread to other regions of the English-speaking world. The surname can be found in genealogical records across various countries, reflecting historical migration and settlement patterns.

Geography commonly associated with the name includes places and geographic features named Ewen in different English-speaking regions. These toponyms are typically tied to local histories, families, or notable individuals bearing the name, and they may refer to towns, villages, or natural features.

Notable people with the given name or surname Ewen have appeared in diverse fields such as politics, science, the arts, and athletics. The name is also encountered in literature and media, contributing to its recognition beyond geographic usages.

Variant forms and related names include Ewan, Euan, Evan, and Owen. See also disambiguation entries for Owen and Ioannes, which reflect shared roots in different linguistic traditions.