Renan Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationreh-NAHN / /ʁə.nɑ̃/Hebrew; French
Meaning
Hebrew: 'God has given'; French: 'little king'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Renan has Hebrew roots, often associated with the biblical meaning of divine gift. In French culture, it has been popularized as a diminutive form of names like René. The name has seen varying levels of popularity in different regions, particularly in France and among Hebrew-speaking communities.
Trend Summary
The name Renan has experienced moderate popularity in the United States, particularly among families with Hebrew or French heritage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Renan
- Renaniel
International Variants
- Renan (Portuguese)
- Renan (French)
Famous people named Renan
Renan Ozturk is an American filmmaker and photographer known for his work in adventure and documentary films.
Renan Lodi is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a left-back.
Renan Barão is a Brazilian mixed martial artist who was a former UFC Bantamweight Champion.
Renan Soares is a Brazilian musician recognized for his contributions to contemporary music.
Fictional characters named Renan
Renan is a character in the video game 'Final Fantasy XIV', known for his role in the storyline.
Renan is a character in the novel 'The Last Wish' by Andrzej Sapkowski, featured in the Witcher series.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Renan was first seen in the United States in 1968. Renan has ranked as high as #1265 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Renan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Renan (2000)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 10 |