Wren

Meaning of Wren

Wren is a type of small bird. The name evokes nature and birdsong.

Wren has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Wren

Wren has cooled off, slipping to #231 in 2025, down from a peak of #184 in 2022.

Wren as a boy's name

Wren is also used as a boy's name. Wren is a bird name, referring to a small, active songbird. It symbolizes cleverness and activity.

Notable people named Wren

• Wren T. Brown
  American actress and producer
• Wren Blair
  Canadian ice hockey coach
• Wren Handman
  American acting teacher
• Wren Arthur
  American film producer
• Wren Marie
  American singer-songwriter

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Questions about the name Wren

What does the name Wren mean?

Wren means wren is a type of small bird. the name evokes nature and birdsong, and it comes from English origins.

Is Wren a boy's or a girl's name?

Wren is used for both boys and girls in the United States, which makes it a unisex name.

How popular is the name Wren?

In 2025, Wren ranked #231 for girls, down from #213 the year before.

When was Wren most popular?

Wren peaked at #184 in 2022.