Wren

At a Glance: Name: Wren – Meaning: the small songbird – Origin: English (Middle English) – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: REN

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Wren is a gender-neutral English name that comes straight from the small songbird of the same name, with no hidden layers beyond that. It's pronounced REN (IPA /ˈrɛn/) and traces to Middle English. It carries free-spirited, boho, bold, and outdoorsy, nature-inspired qualities, giving it an overall vintage feel.

Meaning & Origin of Wren

Meaning: The small songbird.

Origin: English (Middle English).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Wren

Phonetic: REN   IPA: /ˈrɛn/

Popularity of Wren

Social Security data going back to 1888 shows Wren ranking #213 in 2024, with 1,442 babies given the name that year, down a bit from its peak of #184 in 2022, when 1,607 babies received it.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1888–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Wren mean?

The small songbird. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Wren)

How do you pronounce Wren?

Wren is pronounced REN (IPA: /ˈrɛn/).

Is Wren a popular name right now?

Wren peaked at #184 in 2022 and is ranked #213 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1888–2024.)

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