Holding steady, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Arren since 1972
Babies named Arren per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 | 31 |
| 1980s | 6 | 55 |
| 1990s | 10 | 96 |
| 2000s | 0 | 69 |
| 2010s | 0 | 45 |
| 2020s | 0 | 10 |
Meaning & origin
Arren is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1972, but it has never been common. Its rank in 2025 was 12,008, with only about 1 in 341,615 boys receiving the name, making it a distinctive choice. The name saw its peak usage in 1998, but overall remains rare and stable. While its exact origin is uncertain, it likely arose as a phonetic variant of Aaron or a blending of similar-sounding names. Arren has no strong ties to any particular region or culture, and its top states in the digest are listed as none, indicating a broad but very sparse distribution.
Arren is a modern name that emerged in the late 20th century. It may be a respelling of Aaron or influenced by names like Darren. Its usage has been rare but consistent since the 1970s.
Sibling names for Arren
Names that share Arren's style, for a brother or sister.
