Find out how popular the first name Rejean has been for the last 15 years (from 1980 to 1994) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Rejean by gender

Based on the last 15 years of data, Rejean is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 62% of people named Rejean being male.

For the most recent data in 1994, there were 8 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Rejean.

It's also interesting to see that despite Rejean being historically a mostly male name, the most recent data from 1994 shows a shift in the trend, with more female babies being named Rejean.

The history of the first name Rejean

The name Rejean is a French given name that has its origins in the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Old French name "Ragin" or "Raginaud", which itself is a combination of the Germanic elements "ragin" meaning "counsel" and "wald" meaning "ruler".

The earliest recorded use of the name dates back to the 9th century, when it was mentioned in various French historical records and texts. It was particularly popular among the French nobility and aristocracy during this time period.

One of the earliest known bearers of the name was Rejean de Montpellier, a French nobleman and military commander who lived in the late 12th century. He was known for his role in the Crusades and his participation in the Siege of Acre in 1191.

Another notable figure with the name Rejean was Rejean de Garlande, a 13th-century French architect and master mason. He is credited with the design and construction of several notable Gothic churches and cathedrals in Paris, including the choir of the Notre-Dame Cathedral.

In the 15th century, Rejean Chastelain was a renowned French historian and chronicler who served as the official historian of the Dukes of Burgundy. His works, such as the "Chronique des ducs de Bourgogne", are considered important sources for understanding the history of the Burgundian Netherlands during that period.

During the 16th century, Rejean Massue was a French Renaissance humanist and scholar. He was known for his translations of classical Greek and Latin texts, as well as his contributions to the field of education and philosophy.

In more recent times, one of the most famous bearers of the name was Rejean Ducharme, a highly acclaimed Canadian novelist and playwright who lived from 1942 to 2017. He is renowned for his innovative and experimental literary works, such as "L'Avalée des avalés" and "L'Hiver de force".

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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