Ehren
Ehren is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Honor or high respect; occasionally considered a German variant of Aaron.
Origin and history
Ehren is a German masculine name associated with the German word for honor, though it is also sometimes used as a variant of Aaron. In the United States, it remains an uncommon choice, giving it a distinctive yet accessible quality. Its soft vowel sounds appeal to parents seeking a modern alternative to traditional names like Aaron or Eric.
Popularity in the United States
1,186 babies in the United States have been named Ehren since 1880. It ranks #3510 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1895.
States where it is most popular
- CA (75.4 %)
- TX (5.9 %)
- IN (5.1 %)
- NY (5.1 %)
- AZ (4.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 20 |
| 1970-1980 | 306 |
| 1980-1990 | 330 |
| 1990-2000 | 129 |
| 2000-2010 | 244 |
| 2010-2019 | 125 |
| 2020-2029 | 32 |
Famous people named Ehren
- Ehren McGhehey: Stunt performer, Actor
Fun facts
- The name directly corresponds to 'Ehren', the plural or oblique form of the German word 'Ehre', meaning honor or prestige.
- With just over 1,000 total births recorded in the U.S. since 1880, Ehren remains an understated and uncommon choice.