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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Renée

Reborn

Pronunciation: REN-ay (/rɛnˈeɪ/)

Girl Name Biblical origin Popularity 55
Meaning
Reborn
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
13
Lucky Day
Friday
Lucky Stone
Peridot
Life Path
6
Popularity Score
55
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: GreenPink

What does Renée mean?

French: 'reborn'. Derived from Hebrew 'Renah' meaning 'sweetness'. Renowned saint Renée of France.

Renée in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
רנק
כנסיה, רנה - פרי, תולדה
Greek
Ρενέ
παραγόμενος, νέα, θερινός
Latin
Renée
renascent, renaissance, renaissant
English
Renée
French feminine form of Rene, means reborn, revived, renewed

How to pronounce Renée

English pronunciation
REN-ay
Biblical pronunciation
not applicable
IPA notation
/rɛnˈeɪ/

Numerology & personality

Nurturing, loving, and giving.

Associated Traits
CompassionateLoyalD=DevotedS=Spiritual

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbol of new life and rebirth.

The name Renée has a rich cultural heritage, originating in France, meaning 'reborn'. It holds associations with the romantic language and art of Europe, frequently being used in literary and artistic works. This lovely name was taken up by famous personalities such as Renée Falconetti, the renowned silent film actress, who brought the character of Joan of Arc to life on screen.

Popularity of Renée by region

Region Country Score Year
Spain ES 68 2024
Brazil BR 65 2024
United Kingdom UK 56 2024

Names similar to Renée

Frequently asked questions about Renée

What does Renée mean?
Renée is a French name that means 'reborn'.
Is Renée a Christianity name?
Yes, Renée is a name with deep Christian roots.
How to pronounce Renée?
Reh-nay
Is Renée popular today?
Renée was a popular name in the past and still holds a certain appeal today.
What is the origin of Renée?
Renée is of French origin and is derived from the Hebrew name Renah, meaning 'sweetness'.