Find out how popular the first name Renne has been for the last 34 years (from 1975 to 2008) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Renne by gender

Based on the last 34 years of data, Renne is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 79% of people named Renne being female.

For the most recent data in 2008, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Renne.

It's also interesting to see that despite Renne being historically a mostly female name, the most recent data from 2008 shows a shift in the trend, with more male babies being named Renne.

The history of the first name Renne

The name Renne is believed to have its origins in the French language. It is derived from the Old French word "rene," which means "reborn" or "born again." This name was likely given to children born during the Christian celebration of Easter or those who were baptized as infants.

In medieval France, the name Renne was particularly popular among the nobility and upper classes. It was seen as a symbol of rebirth and spiritual renewal, reflecting the religious and cultural significance of Easter in Christian tradition.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Renne can be found in the 12th-century French epic poem "The Song of Roland." In this literary work, Renne is mentioned as the name of a minor character, a knight in the service of Charlemagne.

Throughout the Middle Ages and the Renaissance period, the name Renne was borne by several notable figures. Renne de Anjou (1409-1480) was a French nobleman and military leader who played a significant role in the Hundred Years' War. Renne de Montmorency (1492-1567) was a French courtier and diplomat who served under King Francis I.

In the 17th century, Renne Descartes (1596-1650) was a renowned French philosopher, mathematician, and scientist. He is often regarded as the father of modern philosophy and is best known for the famous quote, "I think, therefore I am."

During the 18th century, Renne-Robert Cavelier (1673-1719), also known as La Salle, was a French explorer who claimed much of the Mississippi River basin for France. His expedition played a crucial role in the colonization of North America.

Another notable figure with the name Renne was Renne Viviani (1863-1925), a French socialist politician and prime minister of France during the early years of World War I.

While the name Renne has its roots in French culture, it has been adopted and adapted in various forms across different languages and regions over the centuries, reflecting the cultural diffusion and exchange that has shaped the evolution of names throughout history.

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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