Owl

A wide-eyed owl with shown perched and facing forward or slightly angled.

The 🦉 Owl emoji represents wisdom, knowledge, and nighttime. It’s often used in academic contexts, study posts, or to convey mystery and insight. Owls are also associated with staying up late, so this emoji pops up in late-night texts or “night owl” jokes. Depending on tone, it can feel scholarly, spooky, or playfully wise.

• Commonly used by students or book lovers.
• Symbolizes staying up late or being introspective.