Glen
valley (Scottish Gaelic)
Glen is a english / other boy name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 372, with 19,128 records. It has 1 syllable.
Origin and meaning
valley (Scottish Gaelic)
Glen originates from the Scottish Gaelic geographical term 'gleann', referring to a mountain valley. It became popularized across the English-speaking world as both a first name and surname. In the Philippines, it was introduced via American influence in the 20th century and remains a familiar masculine name.
Glen is derived from the Scottish Gaelic word 'gleann', meaning 'valley' or 'narrow secluded valley'. It entered the English-speaking world as a surname and given name before spreading globally.
Name character
In the Philippines
Frequently spelled either as 'Glen' or 'Glenn'. It is often used as a standalone first name or paired in compound names (e.g., Glen Mark, John Glen).
Related forms
- Glenn English
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Glen with common surname pairs
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How do I use Glen with two Filipino surnames?
Glen is the given name. The full name is Glen + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Glen a common boy name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Glen is number 372, with 19,128 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.