About Owain ap Hywel
Lived 950 – 988 (aged 37–38). Owain ap Hywel was a Welsh sovereign.
Owain ap Hywel (died ) was king of Deheubarth in south Wales and probably also controlled Powys.
Owain was one of the three sons of King Hywel the Good. Upon Hywel's death in 948, From there he went to Euas and Ergin and seized them from Morgan the Great, King of Glamorgan. and Maredudd became king of Deheubarth as well, although he later consented to share his kingdom with Einion's heirs Edwin and Cadell.
The A text of the Annales Cambriae was apparently compiled at Owain's instigation.
Children
Cadwgan (died in 948 or 964 ) Llywarch. In 986 he was "deprived of his eyes." Einion Maredudd
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Owain ap Hywel?
10th century king of Deheubarth
When was Owain ap Hywel born?
Owain ap Hywel was born in 950.
When did Owain ap Hywel die?
Owain ap Hywel died in 988.
What was Owain ap Hywel's occupation?
Owain ap Hywel was a sovereign.
What nationality was Owain ap Hywel?
Owain ap Hywel was Welsh.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Owain ap Hywel. https://biography.guide/owain-ap-hywel-sovereign/
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