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Glen vs Trae

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Glen

Boy #2,326 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"narrow valley, mountain valley"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,326
Total SSA Count
61
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Trae

Boy #2,490 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"three, third-born"

Origin: Old French/Latin

Cultural Roots

African American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,490
Total SSA Count
55
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Glen Rank #2,326
Trae Rank #2,490

Glen is more popular, ranked #2326 vs #2490 for Trae.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glen or Trae more popular?

Glen is more popular, ranked #2326 compared to Trae at #2490 in the United States.

What do Glen and Trae mean?

Glen means "narrow valley, mountain valley" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Trae means "three, third-born" (Old French/Latin origin).

Are Glen and Trae boy or girl names?

Glen is primarily a boy name. Trae is primarily a boy name.

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