Renea

“Rebirth”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13162US 2023

7Births / yr

↓Falling

4.3kAll-time births

📅 Since 193200.01% of births at peak

What does Renea mean and where does it come from?

Renea is a modern name originating as a variant of the name Renée, which is a French feminine name derived from the word 'renaître' meaning 'to be reborn'. The name gained popularity in the United States in the late 20th century. It is often seen as a creative and unique spelling of Renée, fitting i

Cultural significance

Renea has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of rebirth.

Peak popularity

Reached #795 in 1966 — currently #13162 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Renea?

Renea works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Renea Grace

How popular is Renea right now?

Falling — down 2110 spots — currently #13162 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1935–2023#13162 · Top 9.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#13162	7	▼ down 2110 · -22% births
2022	#11052	9	▲ up 912 · +13% births
2021	#11964	8	▲ up 1549 · +33% births
2020	#13513	6	▼ down 5004 · -54% births
2015	#8509	13	▲ up 2839 · +44% births
2010	#11348	9	▼ down 3381 · -36% births
2005	#7967	14	▼ down 2955 · -39% births
2000	#5012	23	▼ down 1409 · -23% births
1995	#3603	30	▼ down 897 · -30% births
1990	#2706	43	▼ down 867 · -30% births
1985	#1839	61	▼ down 84 · -3% births
1980	#1755	63	▼ down 344 · -16% births
1975	#1411	75	▼ down 364 · -36% births
1970	#1047	118	▼ down 220 · -19% births
1965	#827	145	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Renea

Best Year1965Rank #827

Peak Count145

Average Rank#5422

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1935 - 202320 years

The story of Renea

Renea entered American naming records in 1932 and has been in use for over 92 years. With 4,296 total births recorded, Renea remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4803 in 1935, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13162 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Renea in 1966:

Lisa Kimberly Mary Michelle Karen

Renea by decade

Renea peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1930s	17
1940s	102
1950s	666
1960s ★	1,348
1970s	961
1980s	630
1990s	316
2000s	154
2010s	96
2020s	6

💎With 4,296 total births, Renea is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Renea?

Common

RenRenieReny

What names sound and feel like Renea?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Renea also consider these

Tenea

American · Greek

Denea

American · a modern variant

Lenea

American · Derived from the

Reneda

American · English

Brenea

American · variant of Brenna

Common questions about the name Renea

What does the name Renea mean?

Renea means "Rebirth" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Renea?

Renea is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Renea have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Renea?

Renea originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Renea trending right now?

Renea is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Renea a common or rare name?

Renea is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.