Grey vs Wren

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Grey

Boy #878 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"gray-haired one"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#878
Total SSA Count
274
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Wren

Boy #1,027 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"small songbird"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,027
Total SSA Count
217
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Grey Rank #878
Wren Rank #1,027

Grey is more popular, ranked #878 vs #1027 for Wren.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grey or Wren more popular?

Grey is more popular, ranked #878 compared to Wren at #1027 in the United States.

What do Grey and Wren mean?

Grey means "gray-haired one" (Old English origin). Wren means "small songbird" (Old English origin).

Are Grey and Wren boy or girl names?

Grey is primarily a boy name. Wren is primarily a boy name.

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