Oren
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Stern, severe, thunder god
Origin: Danish/Norse
Popularity: Ranked #1184 in 2025 with 174 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Soren. Shares the meaning 'Stern, severe, thunder god.'
Similar names: orren, orien, oden, olen, olena, olenna, ollen, omen
Name length: 4 letters
How common is Oren? About 1 in 19,129 babies born in 2025 were named Oren, or roughly 0.5 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Oren
What does the name Oren mean?
Oren means “Stern, severe, thunder god” from Danish/Norse roots.
What is the origin of the name Oren?
Oren has Danish/Norse origin. The traditional meaning is “Stern, severe, thunder god”.
How popular is Oren?
Oren ranked #1183 in 2025 — given to 174 babies that year.
When was Oren most popular?
Oren peaked in 2025 with 174 babies registered that year.
Is Oren a boy or girl name?
Oren is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Orens in registered births are male.
Is the name Oren rising or falling in popularity?
Oren has risen 197 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #1380 in 2020 to #1183 in 2025.
How long has Oren been recorded?
Oren appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.