The nameGlen
Glen is a boy's name of Scottish origin.
- Boy's name
- Scottish
Meaning
From the Gaelic gleann, "valley".
Origin
Scottish.
History
In France it has been given in small numbers since the 1950s.
Popularity of the name Glen
Glen in France
5029thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
1991peak year (20 births)
510babies named Glen in France since 1900
Glen was most popular in France in the 1990s, with 135 births over the decade, 26% of all recorded babies named Glen. Its rise began around 1955, and it peaked in 1991. Half of all babies named Glen in France were born before 1994.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Glen mean?
From the Gaelic gleann, "valley".
What is the origin of the name Glen?
Scottish.
Is Glen a girl's or a boy's name?
Glen is a boy's name.