Glen Boy

Popularity: #863 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

Pronunciationglen / ɡlɛn

Scottish; Irish

Meaning

Scottish: valley; Irish: glen

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Glen is derived from the Scottish Gaelic word 'gleann', meaning valley. It has been used as a given name since the 19th century, often reflecting the natural landscape of Scotland and Ireland. The name is commonly associated with various geographical locations, particularly in Scotland. It has also been adopted in other English-speaking countries.

Trend Summary

The name Glen has seen a decline in popularity in the United States since the mid-20th century.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Glenn

International Variants

Famous people named Glen

Glen Campbell was an American singer, songwriter, and actor known for his hit songs and television show.

Glen Close is an American actress recognized for her versatile roles in film and television.

Glen H. Elder Jr. is an American sociologist known for his research on the life course.

Glen Murray is a Canadian politician who has served as a member of the Legislative Assembly.

Fictional characters named Glen

Glen Rhee is a character in the comic book series 'The Walking Dead', known for his resourcefulness and bravery.

Glen Quagmire is a character in the animated television series 'Family Guy', recognized for his humorous and often outrageous personality.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Glen was first seen in the United States in 1880. Glen has ranked as high as #271 nationally, which occurred in 1957, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, Ohio, New York, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Glen has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Glen (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 6
55%
FL 5
45%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
188024
188131
188227
188327
188447
188545
188649
188752
188877
188958
189068
189185
1892106
189377
1894108
1895102
1896113
189788
1898111
1899101
1900134
1901105
1902123
1903121
1904120
1905128
1906120
1907150
1908158
1909178
1910184
1911231
1912460
1913606
1914853
19151,112
19161,156
19171,235
19181,318
19191,389
19201,412
19211,506
19221,384
19231,450
19241,518
19251,537
19261,519
19271,617
19281,595
19291,427
19301,595
19311,563
19321,465
19331,335
19341,442
19351,396
19361,441
19371,357
19381,464
19391,428
19401,434
19411,410
19421,421
19431,445
19441,451
19451,395
19461,677
19472,070
19482,046
19492,203
19502,173
19512,220
19522,492
19532,389
19542,496
19552,490
19562,720
19572,925
19582,797
19592,694
19602,441
19612,688
19622,830
19632,358
19642,125
19652,068
19661,749
19671,710
19681,667
19692,241
19701,998
19711,533
19721,153
1973867
1974818
1975808
1976751
1977667
1978653
1979586
1980599
1981609
1982581
1983527
1984549
1985510
1986463
1987505
1988507
1989480
1990450
1991416
1992370
1993337
1994321
1995301
1996259
1997237
1998218
1999204
2000217
2001194
2002182
2003166
2004147
2005129
2006126
2007131
2008114
2009119
201094
2011118
201297
2013102
2014105
201594
201684
201799
201878
201974
202054
202186
202271
202357
202461