Wren

The feminine first name Wren has its roots in English and is directly connected to the songbird of the same name. Translated, the name means "the wren."

What does the name Wren mean?

The first name Wren comes from English and refers to the bird of the same name. The translation of the name is "the wren." Its origin traces back to the Old English word wrenna, which also means "wren." An alternative spelling is Wrenn.

Where does the name Wren come from?

The name Wren is a feminine first name with Old English origins and means "the wren." The etymology is based on the Old English term wrenna for "wren." The language is English.

How do you pronounce Wren?

Wren is pronounced like 'Ren.'

Popularity

In Germany, Wren is a rather rare name. In 2023, it ranked 5,633rd on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2019 at 4,068th. Over the past ten years, Wren has been chosen approximately 20 times as a first name, placing it 7,036th in the ten-year statistics. For the period from 2010 to 2024, it ranks 8,440th.

Nicknames & pet names

Ree / Wre / Wrenetschka

Famous people

• Wren Kingston (character from 'Pretty Little Liars')