Glen: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A peaceful child of the sheltered valley.
Glen as a Boy Name
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #2423
- Peak
- #112 in 1931
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Glen Means
Glen is a boy name of English origin. A peaceful child of the sheltered valley.
How Popular Glen Is
Glen currently ranks #2423 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #112 in 1931. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Glen
- Glen peaked at #112 in the U.S. in 1931.
- Glen is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Glen is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
Glen as a Unisex Name
- Origin
- Scottish Gaelic
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #2423
- Peak
- #112 in 1931
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Glen Means
Glen is a unisex name of Scottish Gaelic origin. A narrow valley tucked between hills, serene and sheltered.
How Popular Glen Is
Glen currently ranks #2423 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #112 in 1931. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Glen
- Glen peaked at #112 in the U.S. in 1931.
- Glen is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Part of the beloved nature-name trend.
Names Like Glen
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Glen
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Glen.
Questions About Glen
What does Glen mean?
Glen is a boy name of English origin. A peaceful child of the sheltered valley.
How popular is Glen?
Glen currently ranks #2423 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #112 in 1931. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Glen come from?
Glen comes from English roots. Glen peaked at #112 in the U.S. in 1931.
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