Renard Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationreh-NAR / ʁə.nɑʁFrench; Latin
Meaning
French: 'fox'; Latin: 'renardus' (fox)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Renard is of French origin, meaning 'fox'. It has been used as a surname and given name in various cultures. In medieval literature, the character Renard the Fox appears in fables, symbolizing cunning and cleverness. The name has also been adopted in various forms across different languages.
Trend Summary
The name Renard has seen limited use in the United States, maintaining a low profile in terms of popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Renardo
- Renardus
International Variants
- Renardo (Spanish)
- Renard (French)
Famous people named Renard
Renard de Saint-Laurent was a French poet known for his contributions to medieval literature.
Renard M. was a notable French artist recognized for his unique style in the 20th century.
Fictional characters named Renard
Renard the Fox is a character in various fables, known for his cleverness and trickery.
Renard is a character in the animated series 'The Adventures of Paddington Bear', where he plays a supporting role.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Renard was first seen in the United States in 1910. Renard has ranked as high as #1060 nationally, which occurred in 1970, and has been most popular in Illinois, Louisiana, Florida, Michigan, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Renard has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Renard (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1938 | 10 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 11 |
| 1946 | 12 |
| 1947 | 22 |
| 1948 | 18 |
| 1949 | 26 |
| 1950 | 17 |
| 1951 | 24 |
| 1952 | 33 |
| 1953 | 34 |
| 1954 | 50 |
| 1955 | 47 |
| 1956 | 59 |
| 1957 | 52 |
| 1958 | 59 |
| 1959 | 46 |
| 1960 | 41 |
| 1961 | 53 |
| 1962 | 55 |
| 1963 | 46 |
| 1964 | 53 |
| 1965 | 60 |
| 1966 | 56 |
| 1967 | 46 |
| 1968 | 46 |
| 1969 | 44 |
| 1970 | 63 |
| 1971 | 54 |
| 1972 | 49 |
| 1973 | 47 |
| 1974 | 27 |
| 1975 | 43 |
| 1976 | 33 |
| 1977 | 42 |
| 1978 | 38 |
| 1979 | 48 |
| 1980 | 52 |
| 1981 | 42 |
| 1982 | 40 |
| 1983 | 52 |
| 1984 | 41 |
| 1985 | 50 |
| 1986 | 36 |
| 1987 | 50 |
| 1988 | 47 |
| 1989 | 43 |
| 1990 | 54 |
| 1991 | 42 |
| 1992 | 39 |
| 1993 | 36 |
| 1994 | 27 |
| 1995 | 38 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 38 |
| 1998 | 28 |
| 1999 | 24 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 8 |