Wren
English (Modern) · Girl · 1 syllable
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About the name Wren
The name Wren derives from the Old English word "wrænne," referring to the small songbird of the same name, and carries meanings of smallness, agility, and grace.
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Etymology
The name Wren derives from the Old English word "wrænne," referring to the small songbird of the same name, and carries meanings of smallness, agility, and grace. The name has been used primarily in English-speaking cultures, gaining popularity as a given name (particularly for girls) in modern times, with historical roots in Anglo-Saxon England where bird names were occasionally used as personal names.
Wren currently ranks #231 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2022.
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