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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Reborn (masculine); feminine sense also documented
- Origin
- French (masculine, from Latin Renatus); a separate feminine sense also documented
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ruh-NAY
Rene is a French boy's name pronounced ruh-NAY, and it means "reborn." It's a classic, timeless pick, and the French masculine form comes from the Latin Renatus. There's also a separate feminine sense of the name, so you may see it used for girls too.
Meaning & Origin of Rene
Meaning: Reborn (masculine); feminine sense also documented.
Origin: French (masculine, from Latin Renatus); a separate feminine sense also documented.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Rene
ruh-NAYIPA /rəˈneɪ/
Popularity of Rene
Rene peaked at #256 in 1969, when 815 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had settled at #990, with 227 babies, so it's now an uncommon choice that's unlikely to be shared by many classmates.
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FAQ
What does the name Rene mean?
Reborn (masculine); feminine sense also documented. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Rene?
Rene is pronounced ruh-NAY (IPA: /rəˈneɪ/).
Is Rene a popular name right now?
Rene peaked at #256 in 1969 and is ranked #990 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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