Holding steady.
Popularity of Rennae since 1947
Babies named Rennae per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 16 |
| 1950s | 58 |
| 1960s | 38 |
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 11 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Rennae is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1947, a variant of the more common Renee. It saw its highest usage in 1949, but has never ranked in the top 1000, making it a true rarity. The trajectory of the name has been stable over the decades, with only occasional appearances in birth data. While it did not achieve widespread popularity, its connection to the classic Renee gives it a familiar yet distinctive feel. Rennae's origins as a respelling of the French Renee make it part of a trend of modern English name variations that personalize traditional forms.
Rennae is a variant spelling of Renee, the French feminine form of Rene, derived from the Latin name Renatus, meaning 'born again'. The name Renatus was popular among early Christians as a symbol of spiritual rebirth. Rennae emerged as a modern English respelling, likely influenced by the addition of an extra 'n' for aesthetic purposes.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ren, Rennie, Nae
Variants: Renee, Reneé, Rennay
Sibling names for Rennae
Names that share Rennae's style, for a brother or sister.
