Xen

An uncommon pick — distinctive and rare.

Boy's name| Also girlsRising fast Also a pet name
#5418 685in 2024

Meaning & Origin

foreigner

Xen is a boy's and girl's baby name of Greek origin, from the Greek xenos, meaning 'stranger, foreigner' or 'guest-friend' — the root of words like xenophile and Zen. It has a philosophical, minimalist quality — just three letters that carry cross-cultural openness.

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Popularity Over Time

Xen has 10+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2001.

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Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Xen
DecadeBirthsTrend
2020s92
2010s16
2000s20

Year-by-Year Data

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Year-by-year popularity data for the name Xen
YearBirthsRank
202418#5418
202322#4733
202228#3982
202113#6663
202011#7474
201910#8182
20176#12178
20057#10110
20038#8611
20015#12253

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Xen as a Girl's Name

Though more common for boys, Xen has a notable history as a girl's name too, with 17 births since 2003.

Unranked
Current rank
17
Total births
2022
Peak year
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Frequently Asked

Can Xen be used for both boys and girls?
Yes, Xen is used for both boys and girls. As a boy's name, it currently ranks #5418. As a girl's name, it is not currently in the top rankings.

Xen has two lives

Xen, the baby name
#5418boys
128 babies
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Xen, the pet name
#35371pet name
1 pets
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Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (20012024) · Methodology