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Kellan vs Wren

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kellan

Boy #919 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"slender, bright-headed"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#919
Total SSA Count
252
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Kellan Rank #919
Wren Rank #1,027

Kellan is more popular, ranked #919 vs #1027 for Wren.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kellan or Wren more popular?

Kellan is more popular, ranked #919 compared to Wren at #1027 in the United States.

What do Kellan and Wren mean?

Kellan means "slender, bright-headed" (Irish Gaelic origin). Wren means "small songbird" (Old English origin).

Are Kellan and Wren boy or girl names?

Kellan is primarily a boy name. Wren is primarily a boy name.

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