Renee
Renee: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Renee
- A female given name from French, alternative spelling of Renée.
How popular is Renee?
Since 1880, 185,896 girls and 1,617 boys in the U.S. have been named Renee (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #62 in 1967. Its highest rank for boys was #1247 in 1967. In 2025, 223 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Renee
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Sibling name ideas for Renee
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Renee FAQ
What does the name Renee mean?
A female given name from French, alternative spelling of Renée.
What is the origin of the name Renee?
Renee is listed as a name of French origin.
How popular is the name Renee?
Since 1880, 185,896 girls and 1,617 boys in the U.S. have been named Renee (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #62 in 1967. Its highest rank for boys was #1247 in 1967. In 2025, 223 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Renee a boy or girl name?
Renee is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 185,896 girls and 1,617 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.