Find out how popular the first name Beren has been for the last 44 years (from 1980 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Beren by gender

Based on the last 44 years of data, Beren is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 80% of people named Beren being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 20 male babies and 5 female babies born with the name Beren.

The history of the first name Beren

The name Beren is derived from the Sindarin Elvish language created by J.R.R. Tolkien for his legendarium. It first appeared in his epic fantasy novel The Silmarillion, which was published posthumously in 1977 but was written in the early 20th century.

In Tolkien's mythology, Beren was a mortal man who fell in love with the Elvish princess Lúthien. Their tale of love and sacrifice against the dark lord Morgoth is one of the central stories in The Silmarillion. The name Beren has no direct translation but is likely meant to evoke strength and valor.

While the name has no real-world historical usage prior to Tolkien's works, it has gained popularity among fantasy fans and Tolkien enthusiasts in recent decades. Some notable people named Beren include:

Beren Saat (born 1984), a Turkish actor known for his roles in TV series like Fatmagül'ün Suçu Ne? and Ramo.

Beren Bauman (born 1985), an American musician and songwriter, best known as the lead singer of the band Beware of Darkness.

Beren Eccles-Williams (born 1990), a Welsh rugby union player who has represented Wales at the under-20 level.

Beren Cross (dates unknown), an English illustrator and artist known for her fantasy artwork inspired by Tolkien's works.

Beren Rubik (born 1998), an Australian-born singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist based in London.

While the name remains relatively uncommon outside of Tolkien fandom, its use as a given name has increased in recent years, particularly among parents who appreciate its unique sound and literary connections.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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