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Renny

♂ Boy

Pronounced REN-ee /ˈrɛn.i/High

Meaning: Renny is an anglicized form of the Irish Raighne, usually glossed 'small but mighty' or connected to the same 'counsel; rule' root as Reginald. It also serves as a friendly pet form of Renato, Rennard, or Reginald. Routes vary, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: Bright and friendly: Renny comes from the Irish Raighne, often read as 'small but mighty' (said 'REN-ee').
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Origin LowIrish, English
MeaningRenny is an anglicized form of the Irish Raighne, usually glossed 'small but mighty' or connected to the same 'counsel; rule' root as Reginald. It also serves as a friendly pet form of Renato, Rennard, or Reginald. Routes vary, which we note.
U.S. rank (2024)#13751 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1976
Total births (all-time)≈ 654

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 197619362024

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

Renny comes into English from the Irish Raighne, a name traditionally read as 'small but mighty' and tied to the same Germanic 'counsel; rule' element behind Reginald. In everyday use it is also a warm pet form of Renato, Rennard, or Reginald. Short, sunny, and a little old-fashioned in the best way (said 'REN-ee').

In the U.S. it is rare as a full given name. Rare, warm, and friendly.

Did you know? Renny is the anglicized shape of the Irish Raighne — a name usually glossed 'small but mighty'. It doubles as a nickname for Renato and Reginald, so its routes vary by family, which we note (said 'REN-ee').
Overall data confidence 42%
References — Renny — Anglicized Irish Raighne; also a pet form of Renato/Reginald

Variations

RennieRaighneReny

Nicknames

RenRenn

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If you like Renny…

Ren— the short form of the same sound
Remy— a like warm two-beat pick
Denny— a same-shape friendly nickname-name
Bronny— a fellow English choice
Kenny— echoes that soft -ny sound

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Renny mean?

Renny comes from the Irish Raighne, usually glossed 'small but mighty'; it is also a pet form of Renato or Reginald. Routes vary, which we note.

How do you pronounce Renny?

It's said REN-ee /ˈrɛn.i/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Renny a boy or girl name?

Renny is used as a boy's name; it is occasionally given to girls as a nickname-name.

How popular is Renny?

Renny is a rare name for boys in the U.S.

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