Reannon
A unique feminine name of uncertain origin and meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 246 living Americans carry the first name Reannon. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Reannon today is around 38 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Reannon births was 1982 (19 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Reannon. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
246
~ 1 in 1,393,310 Americans
Peak year
1982
19 babies that year
Average age
38
years old
2004 SSA rank
#18,185
Tracked since 1976
Popularity
Reannon: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Reannon from the 1970s through to the 2000s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1980s, with 115 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1980s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Reannon by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Reannon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Reannons live
Origin
Meaning and history of Reannon
The name Reannon has its origins in the ancient Celtic languages of the British Isles. It is believed to be a variation of the Irish name Rionach, which is derived from the Gaelic word "rion," meaning a little queen or princess.
In the early medieval period, the name Reannon was particularly popular among the ruling classes of Ireland and Scotland. It was often bestowed upon daughters of chieftains and kings as a symbol of their royal lineage and status.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Annals of Ulster, a historical chronicle compiled by Irish monks in the late 15th century. The entry from the year 847 AD mentions a noble woman named Reannon, who was the daughter of the King of Connaught.
Throughout the Middle Ages, the name Reannon was closely associated with the Christian faith in Ireland and Scotland. Several saints and abbesses bearing this name are mentioned in various hagiographies and religious texts from that era.
In the 12th century, a nun named Reannon is said to have founded a convent in the Scottish Highlands, which became an important center of learning and spiritual guidance for the local community.
During the Renaissance period, the name Reannon gained popularity among the aristocratic families of England and Wales. One notable figure from this time was Reannon Fitzwilliam (1510-1580), a noblewoman who served as a lady-in-waiting to Queen Elizabeth I.
In the 19th century, the name Reannon was revived by the Romantic poets and writers of the Celtic Revival movement. They were captivated by the name's ancient roots and its connection to the rich cultural heritage of the British Isles.
Among the most famous bearers of the name in modern times was Reannon Trent (1920-2008), a renowned British actress who graced both stage and screen with her performances. She was particularly acclaimed for her portrayal of Shakespearean heroines.
Other notable individuals named Reannon include Reannon McLeod (1946-2018), a Scottish author and historian who wrote extensively on the cultural traditions of the Highlands, and Reannon O'Connor (1962-present), an Irish painter renowned for her vibrant landscape paintings.
Despite its historical significance and literary associations, the name Reannon remains relatively uncommon in the present day. However, its enduring appeal lies in its connection to the rich tapestry of Celtic mythology and folklore.
People
Reannon + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Reannon as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with R
Other first names starting with R with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Reannon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Reannon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 246 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Reannon going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,393,310 US residents.
Is Reannon a common name?
We classify Reannon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 76.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 260 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Reannon most popular?
The single biggest year for Reannon was 1982, when 19 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Reannon is about 38 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Reannon a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Reannon in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.