"Reborn; born again; variant of Renee"
Origin: French
Language: French
Renay
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A distinctive 2-syllable girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Renay first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,801 babies have been named Renay in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Renay is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,852 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #36,852
- Total SSA Count
- 6
- Cultural Origins
- French American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Ren
Nay
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Renay is also used as a boy name, ranked #29958.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Renay
What does the name Renay mean?
"Reborn; born again; variant of Renee" (from French)
What is the origin of the name Renay?
Renay has French, American, and English origins. In French, it means "Reborn; born again; variant of Renee".
Is Renay a boy or girl name?
Renay is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #36852. As a boy name, it is ranked #29958. Renay is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Renay?
Renay is currently ranked #36852 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Renay?
Common nicknames for Renay include Ren and Nay.
What are good middle names for Renay?
Popular middle name pairings include Renay Marie, Renay Louise, and Renay Claire.
What are good sibling names for Renay?
Names that pair well with Renay as siblings include Danielle, Michelle, and Simone.
How many syllables does Renay have?
Renay has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Renay a common or rare name?
Renay is an uncommon name, ranked #36852 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Renay
Renay is a girl name with French, American, and English origins . The name means "Reborn; born again; variant of Renee" in French .
Is Renay a boy or girl name? Renay is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #36,852 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #29,958. Renay is more commonly used as a boy name.
Renay is currently ranked #36,852 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Renay has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Renay include Ren and Nay. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Renay include Renata, Rena, Renae . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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