Wren Name Meaning, Origin, Popularity, Girl Names Like Wren

Wren Name Origin: English
Pronunciation: wr-ren
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Wren Name Meaning

The name Wren symbolizes many things, including good luck, prosperity, and a strong spirit. It also represents the small but mighty bird that inspired the name. The Wren is known for its courage and determination, and it’s said to bring good luck to those who bear its name.

History of the Name Wren

The history of the Wren as a name can be traced back to the Middle Ages. It was a popular name in England and Ireland, where the bird is a symbol of good luck and prosperity. In Irish folklore, the Wren was said to be the king of all birds, and in Welsh mythology, it was believed that the Wren’s song had magical properties.

Origins of the Name Wren

The name Wren is of English and Irish origin, and it’s derived from the Old English word “wrenna,” which means “small bird.” The name was first used as a given name in the Middle Ages, and it has been used as a girl’s name ever since.

Popularity of the Name Wren

In recent years, the name Wren has seen a resurgence in popularity. According to data from the Social Security Administration, the name Wren has been steadily rising in popularity in the United States, and it is currently ranked as the 773rd most popular girl’s name.

Final Thoughts on the Name Wren

The name Wren is a unique and meaningful choice for a girl’s name. With a rich history, a strong origin and meaning, and a growing popularity, Wren is a name that is sure to stand out. It’s a small bird with a big impact, just like the little girl who bears its name. So, if you’re looking for a name that symbolizes good luck, prosperity, and a strong spirit, Wren might just be the perfect choice for you.

Wren Name Popularity

How popular is the name Wren? Here’s everything we know.

Year	Rank	# Births	% Births
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1981	3,042	5	0.0003%
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2002	4,009	5	0.0003%
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2004	3,333	7	0.0005%
2005	2,998	11	0.0007%
2006	1,919	46	0.0029%
2007	2,463	24	0.0015%
2008	1,797	56	0.0036%
2009	1,612	73	0.0049%
2010	1,259	122	0.0085%
2011	1,184	136	0.0095%
2012	978	196	0.0138%
2013	774	290	0.0204%
2014	684	354	0.0243%
2015	664	366	0.0252%
2016	500	566	0.0393%
2017	444	646	0.0463%
2018	450	632	0.046%
2019	402	707	0.0522%
2020	381	764	0.06%
2021	245	1,149	0.094%
2022	185	1,578	0.1196%

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What names sound like Wren?

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Name	Meaning	Origin
Raene
Rain	Rain	English
Reena	Melody; serene, calm	Latin
Reene	Melody	Hebrew
Rena	Melody	Hebrew
Rene		Greek
Rian	King	Irish
Rowen	Red-berry tree	Gaelic
Rrenae	Reborn	French
Ryan	Little king	Irish
Ryen	King	Irish
Rynn	King	Irish

What names are similar to Wren?

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Name	Meaning	Origin	Popularity	Other Gender
Aren	Ireland	Gaelic
Bren	Sword; little drop of water; raven or black-haired; hill, mount	Welsh

Iren	Peace	Greek

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Siblings of Wren

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Name	Meaning	Origin	Popularity	Other Gender
Elwood	Old, noble woods	English

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10 Comments

Wren Jan 14 at 3:23 pm

My name is Wren and I came out small. My name was decided before I was born.

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Mariah Apr 2 at 8:33 am

She measured small throughout pregnancy so names her after a little bird. We knew we wanted a nature inspired name so this was perfect. I’d always been a fan of it.

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Denise Page Jan 25 at 1:08 pm

I chose my email address by putting these two words together to create a message that I wanted to convey. It means an excellent in different respects bird that has precedence over something else.

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Danielle Nov 12 at 12:23 pm

My daughter’s name is Wren and I was ill in my last couple of months of pregnancy and she came out so small, but was such a strong little thing – the name was on our shortlist and it just fit so well. She’s often referred to at school as small but mighty.

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Jessie May 6 at 7:22 pm

I knew Wren was a bird, checked it. Thought you may find this interesting!

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Wynne Williams Feb 25 at 12:04 pm

I love the name Wren! I think it’s feminine, and is beautiful for a first or middle name. It’s sort of a nod to my first name (Wynne), in that it also starts with a W. Our daughters name is Cecelia Wren. LOVE that it’s also a little bird!!

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Cortney Jan 24 at 7:38 am

We wanted our daughter to have my husbands late mom’s initials… But we wanted something more on the unique side, but easily pronounced and there aren’t many options for W. We are outdoorsy people, and a name meaning ‘a little song bird’ just seemed perfect!

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Brittany Mar 8 at 4:47 am

We named our daughter Wren Elizabeth. My husband’s name is Wynn & our last name is 9 letters long, so I wanted to give our daughter a break with a short first name. I wanted my daughter to have a unique name as well. She’s named Elizabeth after my mom. I love her name & it fits her perfectly!

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Michelle Ekhoff Sep 6 at 1:45 pm

My husband and I couldn’t agree on a name. I gave him a list of 50+ names I liked. He hated them all and gave me “Dwight” “Lloyd” and “Leroy” all of which i hated. We finally agreed on wren. I came up with it. I actually like it better for a boy than for a girl…it’s more common for girls but I just don’t see it as a girl name.

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Jess Jul 12 at 12:45 pm

I chose Wren for my daughter after a specific species of bird, the Winter Wren. I paired it with the Linnaea as her middle name, the scientific name of the twin flower, that happens to grow on the Matanuska glacier that my mom visited in Alaska while pregnant with me. (I actually didn’t know this until after Wren was born, as I chose the name because I liked the way it flowed with her first name.) my mom and grandpa like to call her Wrenny-Penny.

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