Warren Boy
Origin(s)
Old French; English
Meaning
Old French: watchman; English: protector
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Warren has its roots in Old French, derived from the word 'warrene,' meaning a game park or enclosure. It became popular in England after the Norman Conquest. The name has been used as both a surname and a given name, often associated with nobility and land ownership. Over time, it has maintained a steady presence in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Warren has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable decline in recent decades.
Similar Names
Garrett, Darren, Mason, Harrison, Garren, Cameron, Jarren, Kieran
Variants
- Warrin
International Variants
- Warren (English)
Famous people named Warren
Warren Buffett is a renowned American investor and philanthropist, known for his successful investment strategies and leadership of Berkshire Hathaway.
Warren Zevon was an American rock singer-songwriter, famous for his hit songs such as 'Werewolves of London.'.
Warren Beatty is an acclaimed American actor, director, and producer, recognized for his roles in films like 'Bonnie and Clyde.'.
Warren Moon is a former professional American football quarterback, inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Fictional characters named Warren
Warren Peace is a character in the animated series 'The Fairly OddParents,' known for his rivalry with the main character.
Warren is a character in the video game series 'The Last of Us,' playing a role in the post-apocalyptic narrative.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Warren was first seen in the United States in 1880. Warren has ranked as high as #54 nationally which occurred in 1921 and has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Warren has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Warren (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 95 | |
CA | 86 | |
OH | 83 | |
PA | 57 | |
NC | 53 | |
FL | 51 | |
TN | 47 | |
IL | 46 | |
GA | 46 | |
WI | 45 | |
MO | 44 | |
VA | 43 | |
IN | 41 | |
MN | 35 | |
MI | 33 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 158 |
1881 | 156 |
1882 | 183 |
1883 | 146 |
1884 | 164 |
1885 | 151 |
1886 | 144 |
1887 | 163 |
1888 | 148 |
1889 | 167 |
1890 | 157 |
1891 | 139 |
1892 | 157 |
1893 | 140 |
1894 | 141 |
1895 | 160 |
1896 | 125 |
1897 | 137 |
1898 | 151 |
1899 | 173 |
1900 | 191 |
1901 | 149 |
1902 | 149 |
1903 | 173 |
1904 | 163 |
1905 | 172 |
1906 | 144 |
1907 | 182 |
1908 | 194 |
1909 | 231 |
1910 | 264 |
1911 | 338 |
1912 | 697 |
1913 | 798 |
1914 | 1,033 |
1915 | 1,420 |
1916 | 1,549 |
1917 | 1,743 |
1918 | 1,990 |
1919 | 2,180 |
1920 | 5,492 |
1921 | 7,798 |
1922 | 4,484 |
1923 | 4,820 |
1924 | 3,582 |
1925 | 2,945 |
1926 | 2,701 |
1927 | 2,555 |
1928 | 2,362 |
1929 | 2,036 |
1930 | 2,011 |
1931 | 1,834 |
1932 | 1,792 |
1933 | 1,809 |
1934 | 2,024 |
1935 | 1,994 |
1936 | 1,976 |
1937 | 1,822 |
1938 | 1,997 |
1939 | 1,892 |
1940 | 1,813 |
1941 | 2,043 |
1942 | 2,423 |
1943 | 2,480 |
1944 | 2,349 |
1945 | 2,183 |
1946 | 2,536 |
1947 | 2,728 |
1948 | 2,657 |
1949 | 2,527 |
1950 | 2,467 |
1951 | 2,605 |
1952 | 2,638 |
1953 | 2,637 |
1954 | 2,621 |
1955 | 2,491 |
1956 | 2,334 |
1957 | 2,333 |
1958 | 2,299 |
1959 | 2,179 |
1960 | 2,015 |
1961 | 2,082 |
1962 | 2,166 |
1963 | 2,185 |
1964 | 2,037 |
1965 | 1,825 |
1966 | 1,625 |
1967 | 1,555 |
1968 | 1,548 |
1969 | 1,522 |
1970 | 1,507 |
1971 | 1,385 |
1972 | 1,095 |
1973 | 1,031 |
1974 | 936 |
1975 | 890 |
1976 | 828 |
1977 | 803 |
1978 | 788 |
1979 | 815 |
1980 | 812 |
1981 | 820 |
1982 | 803 |
1983 | 820 |
1984 | 799 |
1985 | 751 |
1986 | 756 |
1987 | 714 |
1988 | 650 |
1989 | 786 |
1990 | 728 |
1991 | 647 |
1992 | 661 |
1993 | 625 |
1994 | 604 |
1995 | 570 |
1996 | 524 |
1997 | 567 |
1998 | 546 |
1999 | 486 |
2000 | 545 |
2001 | 440 |
2002 | 427 |
2003 | 501 |
2004 | 451 |
2005 | 435 |
2006 | 521 |
2007 | 514 |
2008 | 530 |
2009 | 595 |
2010 | 538 |
2011 | 524 |
2012 | 577 |
2013 | 585 |
2014 | 700 |
2015 | 775 |
2016 | 827 |
2017 | 913 |
2018 | 995 |
2019 | 956 |
2020 | 936 |
2021 | 940 |
2022 | 1,014 |
2023 | 1,082 |
2024 | 1,327 |