A 1920s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Warren since 1880
Babies named Warren per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 1,580 |
| 1890s | 1,480 |
| 1900s | 1,748 |
| 1910s | 12,012 |
| 1920s | 38,775 |
| 1930s | 19,151 |
| 1940s | 23,740 |
| 1950s | 24,602 |
| 1960s | 18,561 |
| 1970s | 10,078 |
| 1980s | 7,710 |
| 1990s | 5,959 |
| 2000s | 4,959 |
| 2010s | 7,391 |
| 2020s | 6,772 |
Meaning & origin
Warren is a classic English name derived from a surname meaning 'park keeper' or 'game warden.' It first appeared in U.S. records in 1880 and reached its peak rank of 240 in 2025, with a peak usage year in 1921. The name saw a revival in the 1920s and has been rising in popularity since 2005. It is particularly common in Vermont, Wyoming, and South Dakota. Warren carries an old-fashioned, sturdy quality that appeals to parents seeking a traditional name with a touch of vintage charm.
Warren is derived from the Old French 'warenne' and Middle English 'warenne', meaning a game preserve or park. It was originally a surname for someone who worked or lived near such an area. As a given name, it gained traction in the 19th century, influenced by notable figures like U.S. President Warren G. Harding.
Where Warren is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Warren” around the world
Where Warren lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
225
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Wren, Warry, Ren
Sibling names for Warren
Names that share Warren's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Eleanor, Mabel, Louise, Clara, Hazel, Arlene, Lynnette, Maurine, Arlena, Carlena, Dalene, Loreen, Merilyn, Shirleen, Ardena, Arlynn, Carlette, Jerene, Marlynn, Merrilyn, Montine, Suella, Terrina, Vernessa, Wanna, Daralyn, Dorraine, Jeraline, Ladona, Marinell, Shellene, Sherline, Wandra, Arlenne, Arleny, Carrina, Carrine, Charman, Dorinne, Dorrine, Geneal, Karlen, Loral, Lorece, Loriene, Lorrene, Lorrinda, Luane, Lynore, Marilyne, Mertha, Sharine, Sharlynn, Valoree, Williette
Brothers: Victor, Oscar, Arthur, Clarence, Melvin, Russell, Sherwood, Woodrow, Arlan, Arlington, Karlton, Kimball, Stafford, Waymond, Aldean, Alven, Colvin, Darrol, Garin, Garrin, Harding, Karron, Lansing, Rutherford, Arvell, Erlin, Garon, Lynnwood, Marnell, Roosvelt, Therron, Verlan, Allin, Cleaven, Coolidge, Garlon, Leverett, Wallen, Yarnell
Names like Warren
Names whose popularity has moved with Warren's over the last 50 years.
