Rising since 2000, #3,240 for boys today.
Popularity of Renner since 1999
Babies named Renner per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 112 |
| 2010s | 304 |
| 2020s | 180 |
Meaning & origin
Renner is a modern surname-turned-first-name that has quietly entered the American naming landscape. First recorded in 1999, it reached its peak rank in 2018, though it remains a highly uncommon choice. In 2025, it ranked 3,240 and was given to approximately 1 in 47,447 boys, reflecting its continued rarity. The name's trajectory has been slowly rising since 2000, though it has not broken into widespread use. Renner has no strong historical or linguistic roots as a given name, making it a blank canvas for parents seeking a distinctive, surname-style name. Its lack of top-state dominance suggests it is scattered across the country without regional concentration. Overall, Renner is a modern, uncommon choice for those drawn to crisp, two-syllable surnames with a contemporary feel.
Renner is a rare modern given name, likely derived from the German surname Renner, meaning 'runner,' or an Anglicized form of the French surname Renard ('fox'). Its use as a first name emerged in the late 20th century, possibly influenced by the actor Jeremy Renner. The name remains uncommon, with sporadic usage since 1999.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Renner
Sibling names for Renner
Names that share Renner's style, for a brother or sister.
