Renn
2025 SSA
2025 SSA
About Renn
Renn is a concise, gender-neutral name that has been increasingly used for girls. With Celtic and Old Norse origins, it carries meanings associated with 'swift' or 'running water' in various European languages. In Welsh traditions, it connects to the word for 'ruler' or 'leader.' The simplicity of Renn gives it a modern, streamlined quality while its ancient roots provide historical depth. The name has gained modest popularity in recent decades as parents seek short, strong names that work across gender lines. Its sound is similar to the more common 'Wren' (the bird name) but with a distinct spelling that gives it a unique character.
Renn for boys#5560 US
Renn is a concise masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may derive from Welsh roots where it relates to 'rhen' meaning 'ruler' or 'chieftain,' suggesting leadership and authority. Alternatively, it could stem from Old Germanic elements meaning 'rapid' or 'swift,' or from Old English 'renn' referring to 'running' or 'flowing water.' The name also appears in Japanese culture with different meanings depending on the kanji characters used. As a contemporary given name, Renn appeals to parents seeking a short, strong-sounding name with cross-cultural versatility. Its brevity makes it distinctive yet straightforward, while its various etymological connections lend it depth. Though uncommon in mainstream usage, Renn has been gaining modest attention for its modern feel and ancient roots.
Pronounced REN.
As of October 2026, Renn ranked #4850 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #3695 in 2023.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · girls | Births · girls | US rank · boys | Births · boys |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | #4,090 | 36 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | #3,695 | 42 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | #4,850 | 28 | — | 0 |
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- Renn Dickson HampdenBoy
English Anglican clergyman
- Harper Renn SmithBoy
daughter of actress Tiffani Thiessen