Declining since 2022, #4,758 for girls today.
Popularity of Renna since 1884
Babies named Renna per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2023, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Renna's real moment was 1884.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 |
| 1890s | 12 |
| 1900s | 17 |
| 1910s | 32 |
| 1920s | 66 |
| 1930s | 66 |
| 1940s | 115 |
| 1950s | 215 |
| 1960s | 168 |
| 1970s | 95 |
| 1980s | 73 |
| 1990s | 83 |
| 2000s | 153 |
| 2010s | 189 |
| 2020s | 201 |
Meaning & origin
Renna is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1884, ranking 4,758 in that year with a 1-in-57,402 incidence. Its trajectory has been falling since 2022, reflecting its status as an uncommon choice. The name's etymology is uncertain, with possible roots in Hebrew (Rena, 'joy') or Latin (Renata, 'reborn'). Despite its obscurity, Renna shares sounds with trendy names like Wren and Lena, making it a subtle alternative for parents seeking a brief, melodic name. Its long, quiet history suggests it has never achieved widespread popularity.
Renna is a name of uncertain origin, likely a modern English diminutive or variant of Rena (from Hebrew רִנָּה, 'joyful song') or Renata (from Latin renatus, 'born again'). It gained limited usage in the late 19th century, particularly in the United States, but has remained rare. Its rise in recent decades may reflect a broader trend of short, feminine names ending in 'a.'
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ren, Rennie
Sibling names for Renna
Names that share Renna's style, for a brother or sister.
