Name:
Imogen
Gender:
Girl
Origin:
Gaelic
Meaning:
Imogen originates in Gaelic languages and means "young maiden". Some sources suggest that the name was invented by Shakespeare for his play Cymbeline. Originally he wanted to use the name Innogen but due to misprinting it, Imogen was used instead and finally became very popular. As a feminine given name it is frequent especially in the United Kingdom.
Pronunciation:
IM-ə-jən
The Five Elements:
Wood
Famous Imogen:
Imogen Bailey : actress
Imogen Byron : actress
Imogen Claire : actress
Imogen Heap : singer
Imogen Parker : writer
Imogen Stubbs : actress