Rene
Meaning of Rene
The name Rene is a classic choice for boys, with rich historical and cultural significance. Originating from the Latin name Renatus, which means "reborn" or "born again," Rene has been embraced across various cultures and languages. In French, it is pronounced as rehn (/ʁen/), while in Spanish, it takes on the pronunciation REH-neh (/reˈne/). In English-speaking countries, it is commonly pronounced ruh-NAY (/rəˈneɪ/). The name has variations such as Renee and Renato, which are also popular in different regions. Over the past century in the United States, Rene has seen varying levels of popularity but has consistently remained a beloved choice for parents. Notably, its highest rank was 256th in 1983, reflecting its enduring appeal. With its elegant sound and profound meaning, Rene continues to be a timeless option for baby boys.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as REH-neh (/reˈne/)
French
- Pronunced as rehn (/ʁen/)
English
- Pronunced as ruh-NAY (/rəˈneɪ/)
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Notable People Named Rene
| Rene Marie Russo is an American actress and former fashion model known for her roles in various thrillers and action films during the 1990s. |
| René Girard was a French polymath, historian, literary critic, and philosopher known for his influential work in various academic disciplines. |
| René Magritte was a Belgian surrealist artist renowned for his thought-provoking depictions of everyday objects in unconventional settings, which have had a significant impact on various art movements. |
| René Murat Auberjonois was a renowned American actor and director. |
| Jean René Lacoste was a French tennis player and entrepreneur, famous for creating the Lacoste tennis shirt and founding the iconic brand. |
| René Angélil was a Canadian musical producer, talent manager, and singer, best known as the husband and manager of singer Celine Dion. |
| René Redzepi is a Danish chef and co-owner of the three-Michelin star restaurant Noma in Copenhagen, known for his reinvention of new Nordic cuisine and multiple awards as the best restaurant in the world. |
| René Barrientos Ortuño was a Bolivian military officer and politician who served as the 47th president of Bolivia twice nonconsecutively from 1964 to 1966 and from 1966 to 1969. |
| René Samuel Cassin was a renowned French jurist who co-authored the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. |
| René Thom - René Frédéric Thom was a renowned French mathematician and recipient of the prestigious Fields Medal in 1958. |
| René Moawad was a Lebanese politician who briefly served as the 9th President of Lebanon before being assassinated after only 18 days in office. |
| René Dumont was a French engineer in agronomy, sociologist, and environmental politician. |
| René Paul Robert was a Canadian professional ice hockey winger known for his 12-season career in the NHL, making two All-Star appearances and scoring the game-winning goal in the 1975 Stanley Cup Finals. |
| René Spitz - René Árpád Spitz was an Austrian-American psychoanalyst known for his groundbreaking work on the effects of maternal deprivation on infants and his contributions to ego psychology. |
| René Ménard was a French Jesuit missionary explorer known for his work with the Wyandot and Iroquois tribes in New France, where he learned multiple Indian dialects and led satellite missions despite facing continuous attacks. |
