Wren: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: REN · 1 syllable
Everything about the name Wren: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Small songbird»
Gender
Girl
Origin
English
Popularity
55 out of 100
About the Name Wren
Wren is a girl's name with English roots, traditionally understood to mean "Small songbird." Names like this one tend to feel meaningful yet easy to wear from childhood into adulthood.
Pronounced REN, Wren runs to 1 syllable and has a rhythm that is easy to say in many languages. Wren is usually used in full, without a common nickname. Across languages you'll also come across related forms and spellings such as Ren, Wrenn.
Today Wren is a distinctive, uncommon pick, with a popularity score of 55 out of 100 among families browsing FaceCast. In feel it reads as nature, minimalist. If you are already picturing the child who might one day carry it, FaceCast's AI baby generator lets you and your partner upload a photo and preview your future baby's face — a light, private way to imagine a little Wren.
Variants & Related Spellings
FAQ
What does the name Wren mean?+
The name Wren means "Small songbird".
What is the origin of the name Wren?+
Wren is a name of English origin.
Is Wren a girl or boy name?+
Wren is traditionally a girl name.
How do you pronounce Wren?+
Wren is pronounced REN (1 syllable).
Is Wren a popular name?+
Wren is a distinctive, uncommon pick, scoring 55 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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