Wren
Wren: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ษนษn/
Meaning and origin of Wren
Root meaning: โwrenโ
- A male or female given name.
Etymology
Originally a nickname, from Middle English wrenne (โwrenโ).
How popular is Wren?
Since 1880, 13,641 girls and 2,261 boys in the U.S. have been named Wren (86% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #184 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #986 in 2023. In 2025 it ranked #231 for girls, with 1,529 babies given the name.
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Wren FAQ
What does the name Wren mean?
Wren traces back to a root meaning "wren". A male or female given name. Originally a nickname, from Middle English wrenne (โwrenโ).
How popular is the name Wren?
Since 1880, 13,641 girls and 2,261 boys in the U.S. have been named Wren (86% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #184 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #986 in 2023. In 2025 it ranked #231 for girls, with 1,529 babies given the name.
Is Wren a boy or girl name?
Wren is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (13,641 girls and 2,261 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880โ2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.