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Rene Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Rene

"A male given name from French."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 1962 👥 72,568 in US
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Meaning
A male given name from French.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
72,568
Life Path
Number 6

📖 What Does Rene Mean?

René is a common first name in French-speaking, Spanish-speaking, and German-speaking countries. It derives from the Latin name Renatus.

🌐 From Wikipedia Source ↗

René is a common first name in French-speaking, Spanish-speaking, and German-speaking countries. It derives from the Latin name Renatus.…

Root Element
Rene
Core Meaning
"A male given name from French."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Rene

R 9
E 5
N 5
E 5
SUM 6
6
Life Path
Nurturing & Responsibility
1
Soul Urge
Independence & Leadership
5
Personality
Freedom & Adventure

Life Path 6 — Nurturing & Responsibility: Compassionate, family-oriented, and generous.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male70%
♀ Female30%

Based on 72,568 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 72,568
Peak year 1962 (1,648)
First recorded 1880
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Male
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Rene" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A male given name from French.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~72,568 people named Rene in the US. Peaked in 1962 with 1,648 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Rene?

The Life Path number for Rene is 6, associated with Nurturing & Responsibility. Soul Urge: 1. Personality: 5.

Is Rene a boy or girl name?

Rene is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 70% male and 30% female.

How many people are named Rene in the US?

Approximately 72,568 people in the United States are named Rene. The name peaked in 1962 with 1,648 recorded uses.

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