Renae
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Browse nicknames →Historical Record
Renae first appeared in US Social Security records in 1955.
Over 33 babies have been named Renae in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Renae is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,383 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,383
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Renae is also used as a girl name, ranked #3640.
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About the Name Renae
Renae is a boy name .
Is Renae a boy or girl name? Renae is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #39,383 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #3,640. Renae is more commonly used as a girl name.
Renae is currently ranked #39,383 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Renae include Ren, Rey, Reie, and Renkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Renae include Renato . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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