Maren
Maren: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Maren
- A female given name from Danish.
Etymology
From Danish Maren, from Latin Marina.
How popular is Maren?
Since 1880, 13,059 girls and 5 boys in the U.S. have been named Maren (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #438 in 2020. Its highest rank for boys was #13624 in 2022. In 2025 it ranked #472 for girls, with 654 babies given the name.
Names similar to Maren
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Maren
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Maren FAQ
What does the name Maren mean?
A female given name from Danish. From Danish Maren, from Latin Marina.
What is the origin of the name Maren?
Maren is listed as a name of Danish origin.
How popular is the name Maren?
Since 1880, 13,059 girls and 5 boys in the U.S. have been named Maren (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #438 in 2020. Its highest rank for boys was #13624 in 2022. In 2025 it ranked #472 for girls, with 654 babies given the name.
Is Maren a boy or girl name?
Maren is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 13,059 girls and 5 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.