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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Valley
- Origin
- Scottish/Irish (Gaelic place name/surname)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- GLEN
Glenn is a Scottish and Irish name that comes from a Gaelic place name and surname, and it means "valley." It's short and easy to say, pronounced GLEN, with a single crisp syllable.
Meaning & Origin of Glenn
Meaning: Valley.
Origin: Scottish/Irish (Gaelic place name/surname).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Glenn
GLENIPA /ɡlɛn/
Popularity of Glenn
Glenn peaked in the U.S. at #55 in 1962, when 7,358 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #1362, with 138 babies named Glenn that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Glenn mean?
Valley. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Glenn?
Glenn is pronounced GLEN (IPA: /ɡlɛn/).
Is Glenn a popular name right now?
Glenn peaked at #55 in 1962 and is ranked #1362 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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