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Rene

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Pronounced rə-NAY /rəˈneɪ/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of Renee/Rene — from Latin renatus, 'reborn; born again'; used for both sexes; here for girlsLow

In 30 seconds: Reborn; born again: Rene is the French Renee — 'reborn'. Crisp, classic, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'rə-NAY').
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Origin LowLatin, French
MeaningA spelling of Renee/Rene — from Latin renatus, 'reborn; born again'; used for both sexes; here for girls
U.S. rank (2025)#8244 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births13 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1962
Total births (all-time)≈ 21,841

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 196218852025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Rene is a spelling of Renee/Rene — from Latin renatus, 'reborn; born again', a name long associated with spiritual renewal and baptism. A crisp, classic name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished; the philosopher Rene Descartes bore the masculine form; nickname Ren).

In the U.S. it appears in French and Latino families. Rare, reborn at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Renee means 'reborn; born again' (Latin renatus, a name of spiritual renewal) — Rene is a spelling, crisp and classic, used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'rə-NAY').
Overall data confidence 55%
Behind the Name — Rene — root etymology

Variations

ReneeRenaeRenata

Nicknames

Ren

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If you like Rene…

Renee— the feminine spelling
Renae— a fellow spelling
Renata— a kin renatus-root girls' name
Irene— a sound-neighbor -ene girls' name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Rene mean?

Rene is the French Renee/Rene — Latin 'reborn; born again'.

How do you pronounce Rene?

It's said rə-NAY /rəˈneɪ/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Rene a boy or girl name?

Rene is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Rene?

Rene is a rare name in the U.S.

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