Velen is of Slavic origin, specifically from Croatia, where it is often used. It is derived from the word 'veliki', which means 'great'. This name has a strong and powerful sound to it, reflecting its roots in ancient Slavic culture.
The name Velen appears to have experienced a period of popularity around the turn of the century with 6 births each in 2000 and 2001, as well as another spike in recent years with 5 births in 2021. However, it was less common during the late 70s and early 80s, with only 5 births annually between 1980 and 1981, and again in 1989. There's also a notable gap in records from 1982 to 1988. Overall, there have been a total of 46 births named Velen since 1980.