Glen
/ɡlehn/ English Male
Meaning & Origin
Glen is a English name meaning "Valley". The name Glen originates from the Scottish Gaelic word "gleann" and the Irish Gaelic word "glen," both meaning a narrow valley.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic ɡlehn
IPA ɡlɛn
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as ɡlehn. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Glen
- · Glenn Ford - Actor
- · Glenn Close - Actress
- · Glenn Gould - Pianist
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