Small bird or ruler
Rhen is a modern spelling variant of the name Wren, referring to the small songbird. It may also be linked to the Welsh name Rhett or the German name Rhine, suggesting a connection to the river or a 'ruler' in some etymological interpretations. Its usage is primarily contemporary and minimalist.
About 18 boys were named Rhen in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).