French/English · Boy name
Warren
“from La Varenne, a place name”
About the name Warren
Warren is a boy’s name that originated as an English surname, derived from the Norman French place name La Varenne. The place name itself is thought to come from a Gaulish word meaning ‘game park’ or ‘enclosed area.’ The surname was brought to England by the Normans, notably through William de Warenne, a companion of William the Conqueror. Over time, Warren transitioned from a surname to a given name. Notable bearers include Warren G. Harding, President of the United States, and investor Warren Buffett.
- Meaning
- from La Varenne, a place name
- Origin
- French/English
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- WAR-en(2 syl.)
Variants and spellings
No common variant spellings are widely recorded.
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Middle names for Warren
- Warren James
- Warren Michael
- Warren David
- Warren Alexander
- Warren Joseph
Questions about Warren
- What does Warren mean?
- Warren is a French name meaning "from La Varenne, a place name".
- How do you pronounce Warren?
- Warren is pronounced WAR-en, with emphasis on the first syllable.
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