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Origin, Meaning, And History of Wren
Wren is a unisex name with Old English roots that comes from the word “wrenna,” which means ‘a small, singing bird.’ Winter and wren have long been associated, and its upbeat melody is often interpreted as a sign of renewal and hope.
The wren is a small bird that was considered sacred by the Druids, and it was also associated with winter solstice festivities. Wren has been used in English-speaking countries for centuries. It was first used as a surname for people who lived near wren-nesting sites or had a connection to the bird. However, it gradually became famous as a first name.
In recent years, the popularity of the name Wren has steadily grown, and now many parents choose it for their baby girls and boys. The name has been in use in the US since the late 1800s, but it wasn’t until the early 2000s that it became more well-known. The Social Security Administration reports that 419 baby girls were given the name Wren in 2020, ranking it as the country’s 802nd most common girl’s name. The name is also popular in the United Kingdom, ranking 382nd among baby girl names.
The name is frequently associated with the small and cheerful bird’s characteristics, such as agility, quick wit, and creativity. Therefore, it is ideal for those who enjoy the outdoors and want their child to be named, reflecting that passion.
The common variations of the name Wren include Renata (Latin), Renee (French), Renard (French), Wrenna (Old English), and Wrenley (Old English). There are many nicknames for the name Wren including Ren, Wrennie, Birdie, Wendy, Winnie, Renny, Reni, and Wrenna.
Wren Fallow, a character in the book “The Girl Who Drank the Moon,” Wren Natsworthy, a character in the “Mortal Engines” series by Philip Reeve; Wren MacAvoy, a character in the book “The Shifter” by Jean Johnson; Wren Kingston, a character in the TV show “Pretty Little Liars” are some of the famous fictional characters of the name Wren.
How To Pronounce Wren?
Famous People With The Name Wren
- Alan John “Reni” WrenAn English rock drummer and member of The Stone Roses
- Wren BlackberryAn American teacher and author, famous for the publication of the Metrico Mesh series
- M.K.WrenAn American author, best known for her mystery series featuring the character Conan Flagg
- Jackie WrenScottish footballer
Wren On The Popularity Chart
Check out the graphic representation below to learn more about how the popularity and ranking of this name has changed over the years.
Popularity Over Time
Wren’s popularity has increased steadily, from 185 babies per million in 2010 to 1,219 babies per million in 2012.
Source: Social Security AdministrationRank Over Time
The name’s popularity as a name has recently surged, and since 2013, it has been listed among the top 1,000 names given to babies.
Source: Social Security AdministrationNames With Similar Sound As Wren
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Names With Similar Meaning As Wren
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Name Numerology For Wren
