Arren
Boy name · 4 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Arren: 4 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 4 births in 2003.
Arren is a name with Hebrew origins, typically considered a modern variant of Aaron, meaning "high mountain" or "exalted." While not among the most common names in Scotland, it has been given to a small number of babies over the decades. In literature, Arren is best known as the young prince from Ursula K. Le Guin's Earthsea trilogy, a character who embarks on a journey of self-discovery. This gives the name a quiet, adventurous quality. Its spelling sets it apart from the more traditional Aaron or Erin, offering a distinctive choice for parents seeking something familiar yet uncommon.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20034 babies
- Latest (2003)
- #4174 babies
- Total births
- 4since 2003
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y