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Rena

OriginHebrew, Greek, Estonian, Scandinavian, German, Punjabi
Meaning"joyous melody; peace; reborn; to remain"
GenderBoy & girl
US rank · girls#2402

2025 SSA

US rank · boysUnranked

Below 5 births

About Rena

Rena is a Hebrew name all on its own and is also a European short form of Irene, Irini, Renata, and Renate. In Punjabi, Rena means "to remain".

Rena is also given to boys.

Pronounced REH-nuh.

As of October 2026, Rena ranked #2402 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #153 in 1885, Nameberry popularity #536.

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