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At a Glance: Name: Renee – Meaning: reborn – Origin: French (from Latin) – Gender: used for both boys and girls
Renee is a French name that comes from Latin and means "reborn." It has a soft, familiar sound and a meaning that suits a new beginning. If you're weighing it for your baby, you'll find it has real history in the U.S. without being everywhere today.
Meaning & Origin of Renee
Meaning: Reborn.
Origin: French (from Latin).
Source: Wiktionary.
Popularity of Renee
Renee peaked at #62 in 1967, when 5,565 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #1048, with 239 babies.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1889–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Renee mean?
Reborn. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Renee)
Is Renee a popular name right now?
Renee peaked at #62 in 1967 and is ranked #1048 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1889–2024.)
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