UK girl's name
Rennae
A feminine name of Latin origin meaning "born again" or "reborn".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2013. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Rennae is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Rennae popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2013 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4739, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2002, with 4 births.
This profile covers 19 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 2002 to 2013. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 19 living people in the UK are called Rennae. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2014 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Rennae ranked #4739 for girls in England and Wales in 2013, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2002, when 4 girls were registered as Rennae.
- • About 19 living people in the UK are estimated to have Rennae as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4739
2013
Births in 2013
4
Latest year
Peak year
2002
4 births
Estimated living
19
2026
Meaning
What does Rennae mean?
The name Rennae is a variant spelling of the French name Renee, which derives from the Late Latin name Renata, meaning "reborn" or "born again." Renata itself stems from the Latin word renatus, the past participle of the verb renasci, meaning "to be born again."
The name Renee gained popularity in France during the Middle Ages, particularly after the 12th century. It was likely influenced by the spread of Christianity and the concept of spiritual rebirth through baptism. The earliest recorded use of the name Renee dates back to the 13th century.
One of the most notable historical figures with the name Renee was Renée of France (1510-1575), the daughter of King Louis XII of France and Anne of Brittany. She was a prominent patron of the arts and a supporter of the Protestant Reformation in France.
Another famous bearer of the name was Renée Descartes (1596-1650), the French philosopher, mathematician, and scientist who is considered the father of modern philosophy. His philosophical works, such as "Discourse on the Method" and "Meditations on First Philosophy," had a profound impact on Western thought.
In the 19th century, Renée Vivien (1877-1909) was a French poet and author who was part of the Decadent movement. She was known for her lesbian-themed works and her association with other prominent writers and artists of the time, such as Natalie Barney and Ida Rubinstein.
The name Rennae itself is a variant spelling that emerged in the 20th century, likely as a way to create a unique form of the traditional Renee. One notable bearer of this variant was Rennae Stubbs (1940-2017), an American singer and songwriter who was part of the vocal group The Flairs in the 1960s.
Another individual with the name Rennae was Rennae Williams (1953-2022), an American actress and singer who appeared in various television shows and films, including "The Jeffersons" and "Good Times."
While the name Rennae is less common than its traditional counterpart Renee, it retains the historical and cultural significance of its origins, representing the concept of rebirth and renewal.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Rennae over time
The chart below shows babies named Rennae registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2002 to 2013. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Rennae, the clearest high point is 2002. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2013, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Rennae by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Rennae was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5095 | 11 | 3 |
| 2000s | #3987 | 8 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Rennae
- Ruby 60,551
- Rebecca 45,764
- Rosie 35,558
- Rachel 19,034
- Rose 18,043
- Robyn 14,556
- Rosa 6,236
- Rhiannon 6,180
- Rachael 4,702
- Rebekah 4,395
- Rhianna 4,177
- Ruth 4,118
FAQ
Rennae: questions and answers
How popular is the name Rennae in the UK right now?
In 2013, Rennae was ranked #4739 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Rennae most popular?
The peak year on record was 2002, with 4 babies registered as Rennae in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Rennae?
A feminine name of Latin origin meaning "born again" or "reborn".
How many people are called Rennae in the UK?
A total of 19 babies have been registered as Rennae across the 5 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.