Girl · 358th of 30,306
Wren
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
14,363
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2022
Peak Popularity Year
1,828
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Wren stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Wren originates from Old English, meaning 'small bird'. It has evolved from its Old English form 'wrenna' to the modern name we use today. Wren is associated with nature and is seen as a trendy choice for modern parents. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/rɛn/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Wren derives from the Old English word 'wrenna', which refers to the small, agile bird known for its cheerful song.
Meaning
small bird
Language Evolution
Old English: wrenna, Middle English: wren, Modern English: Wren
Historical Usage
Wren began to be used as a given name in England in the 19th century, gaining popularity in the 20th century as a nature-inspired name.
Variants & Derivatives
Wrenn, Wrenna
Modern Popularity & Image
Wren is currently perceived as a trendy and nature-inspired name, often favored by parents looking for unique, yet familiar names for their children.
Famous People
Wrenne S. McGowan, Wren T. F. Houghton
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,828 peak births in 2022
Geographic Spread
Popular across 50 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 13 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 8 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 13 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4375th of 7545 | 49 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4521st of 6773 | 37 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5059th of 7552 | 32 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8406th of 10718 | 15 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5794th of 16616 | 112 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5311th of 24088 | 240 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1392nd of 23106 | 1,578 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5353rd of 12526 | 100 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7159th of 19264 | 94 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6465th of 27321 | 191 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2137th of 35406 | 1,391 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 358th of 30306 | 10,514 |