Rennie
Rennie is a boy's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Counsel power or dark water.
Origin and history
Rennie is traditionally a Scottish surname and a diminutive of names like Reginald or Renfrew. Historically used as a masculine given name in the United States, it peaked in usage during the early to mid-20th century. Today, it remains a rare choice given to a small number of boys each year.
Popularity in the United States
999 babies in the United States have been named Rennie since 1880. It ranks #3683 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1922.
States where it is most popular
- CA (52.4 %)
- NY (47.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 30 |
| 1920-1930 | 72 |
| 1930-1940 | 74 |
| 1940-1950 | 139 |
| 1950-1960 | 201 |
| 1960-1970 | 192 |
| 1970-1980 | 116 |
| 1980-1990 | 80 |
| 1990-2000 | 52 |
| 2000-2010 | 28 |
| 2010-2019 | 5 |
| 2020-2029 | 5 |
Famous people named Rennie
- Rennie Stennett: Baseball Player
- Rennie Harris: Dancer, Choreographer
Fun facts
- Rennie originated in Scotland as a patronymic surname derived from Reynold or as a habitational name from place names like Renfrew.
- Although always uncommon, Rennie has appeared in U.S. birth records continuously since the late 19th century.