Is Wren a boy, girl, or unisex name?

Wren is commonly used as a Unisex name.

It’s currently ranked #201 in the U.S. Recent trend: Rising.

Wren Unisex

Popularity: #708 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

Pronunciationren / rɛn

English; Old English

Meaning

bird; small bird

Historical & Cultural Background

Wren is derived from the Old English word 'wrenna', referring to the small bird known for its lively nature. In English culture, the wren has been associated with various folklore and symbolism, often representing joy and freedom. The name has gained popularity in recent years as a unisex name, though it is traditionally more common for girls.

Trend Summary

Wren has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly as a gender-neutral name.

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Famous people named Wren

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Fictional characters named Wren

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Sibling Suggestions

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Wren was first seen in the United States in 1917. Wren has ranked as high as #1152 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Washington, Georgia, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Wren has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Wren (2024)

Year:

State	Births	Share
CA	19	13%
OH	15	10%
GA	14	9%
WA	12	8%
TX	12	8%
NY	10	7%
FL	9	6%
NC	8	5%
MI	7	5%
WI	7	5%
IN	7	5%
SC	7	5%
OR	6	4%
PA	6	4%
KS	6	4%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

Year	Births
1917	5
1919	7
1921	5
1922	10
1923	5
1924	9
1925	8
1928	7
1929	5
1930	8
1932	5
1942	6
1943	6
1952	9
1954	7
1956	6
1958	5
1963	5
1969	5
1977	5
1978	5
1985	9
1986	12
1987	10
1988	11
1989	15
1990	13
1991	11
1993	7
1994	10
1995	6
1996	8
1998	10
1999	11
2000	10
2001	9
2002	9
2003	12
2004	11
2005	14
2006	13
2007	16
2008	13
2009	18
2010	32
2011	33
2012	29
2013	48
2014	44
2015	66
2016	89
2017	111
2018	112
2019	106
2020	150
2021	190
2022	221
2023	224
2024	217