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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
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2003 · 4
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).