Renz

♂ Boy

Pronounced RENZ /ˈrɛnz/High

Meaning: Renz is a German and Dutch short form of Lorenz (Laurence), from the Latin Laurentius, 'man from Laurentum' — a town whose name is tied to the laurel, the ancient crown of victory. It is also widely used in the Philippines as a short form of Lorenzo.Low

In 30 seconds: One crisp beat: Renz is the short form of Lorenz — 'from Laurentum', the town of the laurel (said 'RENZ').

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Origin LowGerman, Dutch

MeaningRenz is a German and Dutch short form of Lorenz (Laurence), from the Latin Laurentius, 'man from Laurentum' — a town whose name is tied to the laurel, the ancient crown of victory. It is also widely used in the Philippines as a short form of Lorenzo.

U.S. rank (2024)#13752 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2000

Total births (all-time)≈ 28

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Renz is the clipped German and Dutch form of Lorenz, from Latin Laurentius, 'man of Laurentum' — a place name linked to the laurel, symbol of victory. It has long served as a surname in German-speaking lands, and today it is a popular given name in the Philippines, where it stands for Lorenzo. Short, modern-sounding, and easy in English (said 'RENZ').

In the U.S. it is rare. Rare, punchy, and international.

Did you know? Renz is Lorenz with the front trimmed off — and Lorenz goes back to Latin Laurentius, tied to the laurel wreath given to victors. In the Philippines, Renz is a favourite short form of Lorenzo (said 'RENZ').

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References — Renz — German/Dutch short form of Lorenz, from Latin Laurentius

Variations

LorenzRenzoLorenzo

Nicknames

RenRenzy

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Renz mean?

Renz is a short form of Lorenz (Laurence), from Latin Laurentius — 'man from Laurentum', tied to the laurel of victory.

How do you pronounce Renz?

It's said RENZ /ˈrɛnz/ — one syllable, rhyming with 'lens'.

Is Renz a boy or girl name?

Renz is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Renz?

Renz is a rare name for boys in the U.S., though popular in the Philippines.