Wren
boy name#1084 in 2025Wren entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #977 in 2023, ranks #1084 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1917–2025
#1084
rank today
#977
peak (2023)
198
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3686 |
| 1920s | #3551 |
| 1930s | #3399 |
| 1940s | #3222 |
| 1950s | #3334 |
| 1960s | #4226 |
| 1970s | #5809 |
| 1980s | #4001 |
| 1990s | #5872 |
| 2000s | #6130 |
| 2010s | #2399 |
| 2020s | #1072 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Wren has been most popular in CA, TX, GA.
Living bearers
About 2,200 people named Wren are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Wren is a kid of about 5 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wren in 2025?
- Wren ranks #1084 among US boy names in 2025, with 198 babies given the name.
- When was the name Wren most popular?
- Wren peaked in 2023, reaching #977 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wren with classmates?
- Wren will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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