A 1980s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Renatta since 1959
Babies named Renatta per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 10 |
| 1960s | 34 |
| 1970s | 26 |
| 1980s | 87 |
| 1990s | 29 |
| 2000s | 83 |
| 2010s | 250 |
| 2020s | 148 |
Meaning & origin
Renatta is an Italian feminine name meaning 'reborn,' a variant of Renata. First recorded in the U.S. in 1959, it saw its peak popularity in 1980. However, since 2000 its usage has been rising, aligning with a revival of vintage Italian names. In 2025, it ranked 4,546 nationally, with approximately 1 in 53,576 girls receiving the name. Its strongest states are Florida and Texas, reflecting cultural ties. Renatta remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a melodic, historical name with a positive meaning, without being overly common.
Renatta is a feminine name of Italian origin, derived from the Latin name Renatus, meaning 'reborn'. It is a cognate of the more common English name Renata. The name has been used in Italy since the Renaissance, often associated with Christian symbolism of spiritual rebirth.
Where Renatta is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rena, Ren, Natta
Variants: Renata
Sibling names for Renatta
Names that share Renatta's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Giulia, Valentina, Sofia, Alessandra, Chiara
Brothers: Matteo, Lorenzo, Alessandro, Francesco, Luca
