Glenn Boy

Popularity: #786 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

Pronunciationglen / /ɡlɛn/

Irish; Scottish

Meaning

Irish: 'glen'; Scottish: 'valley'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Glenn has roots in both Irish and Scottish cultures, often associated with geographical features such as valleys and glens. It has been used as both a first name and a surname. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.

Trend Summary

The name Glenn has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the mid-20th century.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Glen
  • Glena

International Variants

  • Glen (English)
  • Glenno (Italian)

Famous people named Glenn

Glenn Close is an acclaimed American actress known for her roles in films such as 'Fatal Attraction' and 'Dangerous Liaisons'.

Glenn Beck is an American conservative political commentator and television producer.

Glenn Frey was a founding member of the rock band Eagles, known for hits like 'Hotel California'.

Glenn Hoddle is a former English footballer and manager, recognized for his contributions to the sport.

Fictional characters named Glenn

Glenn Rhee is a character from the comic book series and television show 'The Walking Dead', known for his resourcefulness and bravery.

Glenn Quagmire is a character from the animated television series 'Family Guy', known for his humorous and often risqué personality.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Glenn was first seen in the United States in 1880. Glenn has ranked as high as #114 nationally, which occurred in 1962, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, New York, California, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Glenn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Glenn (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 15
21%
TX 13
18%
MD 7
10%
NY 7
10%
OH 7
10%
FL 7
10%
MA 6
8%
PA 6
8%
IL 5
7%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
188043
188145
188251
188365
188461
188568
188699
188786
1888110
1889103
1890117
1891138
1892139
1893131
1894142
1895150
1896174
1897171
1898178
1899161
1900194
1901180
1902185
1903198
1904217
1905189
1906217
1907234
1908247
1909261
1910349
1911343
1912948
19131,122
19141,327
19151,842
19161,970
19171,997
19182,253
19192,153
19202,375
19212,449
19222,425
19232,370
19242,586
19252,611
19262,635
19272,670
19282,603
19292,433
19302,758
19312,624
19322,435
19332,366
19342,341
19352,437
19362,328
19372,263
19382,367
19392,303
19402,465
19412,523
19422,888
19433,053
19442,850
19452,734
19463,892
19475,157
19484,740
19495,414
19505,465
19515,803
19525,944
19535,727
19546,240
19556,258
19566,196
19576,267
19585,461
19595,351
19605,565
19616,269
19627,358
19635,974
19644,752
19654,358
19663,667
19673,440
19683,245
19693,468
19703,008
19712,475
19721,980
19731,702
19741,542
19751,383
19761,317
19771,245
19781,121
19791,118
19801,143
19811,107
19821,088
19831,016
19841,023
19851,004
1986982
1987988
1988926
1989912
1990852
1991843
1992696
1993653
1994554
1995529
1996483
1997461
1998440
1999397
2000335
2001302
2002321
2003296
2004297
2005261
2006237
2007260
2008246
2009175
2010189
2011163
2012181
2013163
2014161
2015165
2016173
2017142
2018150
2019127
2020124
2021125
2022127
2023110
2024138