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The baby name Imogen is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈɪm.ə.dʒən/ (IM-uh-jen).

Imogen is Cornish, Welsh in Origin.

Gender: Female
Syllables: 3.0
Origin: Cornish, Welsh
Pronunciation: /ˈɪm.ə.dʒən/ (IM-uh-jen)

What is the meaning of the name Imogen ?

The baby name Imogen is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈɪm.ə.dʒən/ (IM-uh-jen).

Imogen is Cornish, Welsh in Origin.

Imogen descends from the medieval Irish name Innogen, from Old Irish ingen/inghean, meaning “maiden” or “daughter.” Innogen appears in medieval British legend as the wife of Brutus of Troy, cited by Geoffrey of Monmouth. The spelling Imogen took hold after Shakespeare used it for Cymbeline’s heroine, likely via a printer’s misreading of Innogen; from there it entered English usage and saw revivals in the Victorian era and again in recent decades, especially in Britain and Australasia.

Variants include Innogen, Imogene (American), and the rarer Imojean; diminutives Immy, Imo, and Gen. In English, Imogen is IM‑uh‑jən, while Imogene is IM‑uh‑jeen. The core sense is “maiden/daughter”; a later folk link with Latin innocens (“innocent”) shaped its literary aura. The Shakespearean association suggests loyalty, resourcefulness, and quiet elegance.

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Famous people with the name Imogen

Imogen Poots Actor · Born 1989 · United Kingdom Imogen Poots is an English actress best known for films like 28 Weeks Later, Jimi: All Is by My Side, and Need for Speed. She has built a strong career playing roles such as Tammy, Linda Keith, and Julia Maddon. Imogen Heap Musician · Born 1977 · United Kingdom Imogen Heap is a British musician known for her innovative use of technology in music. She gained fame with her song 'Hide and Seek' and is also recognized for her work with the band Frou Frou, particularly the track 'Let Go'. Her unique sound and approach to music production have made her a standout figure in the industry. Imogen Stubbs Actor · Born 1961 · United Kingdom Imogen Stubbs is an English actress and writer, best known for her work in film and theatre. She first gained attention with a leading role in Privileged (1982), followed by A Summer Story (1988).

Celebrity babies named Imogen

Name Last Name(s) Mother Mother famous for Fame Level Father Father famous for Fame Level
Imogen Lloyd Webber Andrew Lloyd Webber record producer

Imogen – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
Ireland Girls 2025 #1 874
New Zealand Girls 2010 #69 43 98
TW 0 #103 1 4,523
CY Girls 0 #125 1 3,755
Sweden Girls 2020 #179 2 1,663
HU Girls 0 #225 1 3,308
AL Girls 0 #227 1 4,141
NA Girls 0 #234 4 7,146
NA Boys 0 #253 1 6,830
Canada Girls 2024 #254 32 2,795
SG 0 #280 3 11,010
GH Girls 0 #337 1 6,973
MY 0 #354 1 12,352
HK 0 #357 1 8,483
CN Girls 0 #359 1 8,829
BD Girls 0 #405 2 8,413
OM Girls 0 #422 3 15,987
PH Girls 0 #426 4 13,098
ZA 0 #469 6 14,421
PT Girls 0 #471 1 7,952
CO 0 #510 1 7,768
GT Girls 0 #541 1 7,500
PS Girls 0 #547 1 10,981
BH 0 #587 1 17,937
AE Girls 0 #592 6 20,968
SG Girls 0 #626 7 18,916
HK Girls 0 #650 1 16,104
IN Girls 0 #654 1 13,121
United States Girls 2024 #703 214 8,487
Finland Girls 2026 #733 6 3,895
NL Girls 0 #938 18 5,933
SA Girls 0 #1,013 2 25,931
MY Girls 0 #1,070 3 24,821
ZA Girls 0 #1,079 63 25,928
MA 0 #1,199 1 20,986
DZ 0 #1,234 1 20,130
TR 0 #1,254 1 19,440
IT Girls 0 #1,433 14 9,415

Imogen is popular in 32 countries — most recent births per country:

Scotland, United Kingdom
Ireland
Canada
England & Wales, United Kingdom
United States

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People also ask about Imogen

Imogen is predominantly a girl's name.
Imogen is a 3 syllable name, pronounced /ˈɪm.ə.dʒən/ (IM-uh-jen).
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Innogen, Imogene, Imogène, Imogine and Immy.
Yes, very popular — Imogen ranked #1 in Ireland in 2025, and appears in official birth registries across 8 countries.
Imogen ranks highest in Ireland (#1 in 2025).
Imogen's popularity is holding steady. It moved from #1 in 2015 to #1 in 2025 in Ireland.
Yes — 3 notable people named Imogen are in our database, including Imogen Poots (Actor), Imogen Heap (Musician), Imogen Stubbs (Actor).
Yes — at least 1 celebrity couple has chosen Imogen for their child, including Andrew Lloyd Webber.