Neil vs Wren

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Neil

Boy #866 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cloud"

Origin: Old Irish

Irish Scottish English Scandinavian

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Boy #1,027 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"small songbird"

Origin: Old English

English American Irish

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Neil Rank #866

Wren Rank #1,027

Neil is more popular, ranked #866 vs #1027 for Wren.

Is Neil or Wren more popular?

Neil is more popular, ranked #866 compared to Wren at #1027 in the United States.

What do Neil and Wren mean?

Neil means "cloud" (Old Irish origin). Wren means "small songbird" (Old English origin).

Are Neil and Wren boy or girl names?

Neil is primarily a boy name. Wren is primarily a boy name.