Rene
Rene is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Reborn or born again.
Origin and history
Rene is a French-derived masculine name originating from the Latin name Renatus. It carries the meaning of 'reborn' or 'born again', reflecting historic themes of renewal. In the United States, it has enjoyed steady usage for over a century, peaking in popularity during the mid-to-late 20th century.
Popularity in the United States
50,940 babies in the United States have been named Rene since 1880. It ranks #505 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #934.
States where it is most popular
- TX (34.2 %)
- CA (28.1 %)
- NY (6.8 %)
- AZ (4.6 %)
- MA (4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 50 |
| 1890-1900 | 84 |
| 1900-1910 | 144 |
| 1910-1920 | 840 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,854 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,742 |
| 1940-1950 | 2,671 |
| 1950-1960 | 4,946 |
| 1960-1970 | 7,351 |
| 1970-1980 | 7,266 |
| 1980-1990 | 7,257 |
| 1990-2000 | 7,140 |
| 2000-2010 | 5,404 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,883 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,308 |
Famous people named Rene
- Rene Descartes: Philosopher, Mathematician
- Rene Auberjonois: Actor
- Rene Magritte: Painter, Artist
Fun facts
- Rene comes from the Late Latin name Renatus, derived from the verb renasci meaning 'to be born again'.
- In English-speaking countries Rene is used for both males and females, though the French original distinguishes René (male) and Renée (female).