Wren
ren
US Popularity:443
Origin:British
Meaning:Small brown songbird
Hit the right note with Wren, a sweet British gender-neutral name that means "small brown songbird." It definitely gives vibes of the great outdoors, with The Bump user ==N== sharing, “I love how Wren looks and I love it when I think of it as a nature name.” Sometimes called the king of the birds, in Celtic folklore, wrens were often associated with poets, songwriters, musicians, and writers thanks to their lilting songs. These birds are known for their speed and boldness and are rarely seen sitting still. Your child can follow this example in their life, working hard while still taking time to add some beauty to the world. It’s certainly a popular choice among The Bump community. Take it from user nicari_13, who shares “I love the name Wren! I always try to think of literary references for names and this one makes me think of Summer Sisters by Judy Blume. There's a minor character named Wren."
Common Nicknames for Wren
Thought Wren couldn’t get any cuter? Check out adorable nicknames for baby below.
How Popular Is The Name Wren?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Wren is currently #52 on The Bump
Girl:Wren is currently #37 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Wren is currently #443 in U.S. births
Boy:Wren is currently #1090 in U.S. births
Girl:Wren is currently #231 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2025
Gender:
Girl
#231
in 2025
- 18
from 2024
Sources
Behind the Name, Wren, December 2025
Online Etymology Dictionary, wren (n.)
JSTOR, Wren Folklore and St. Stephen’s Day, December 2020
Britannica, wren, bird, July 2022
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