Renee
Renee is a French name meaning "reborn" or "born again," derived from the Latin name Renata. It carries a sense of renewal and fresh beginnings, with elegant French sophistication.
Current Popularity
#1048 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Multiple acceptable spellings exist (Renee, Renée, Reneé)
- •The accent mark is traditional but often omitted in English-speaking countries
- •Easy to pronounce in multiple languages
- •Classic name that ages well from childhood through adulthood
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Statistics
185,673
Total births since 1880
1962
Peak year
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