Renan
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Renan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1968.
Over 391 babies have been named Renan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Renan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #8,240 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #8,240
- Total SSA Count
- 10
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About the Name Renan
Renan is a boy name .
Renan is currently ranked #8,240 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Renan include Ren, Rey, Reie, and Renkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Renan include Renato . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
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