Rene
boy name#1091 in 2025Rene entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #256 in 1969, ranks #1091 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1091
rank today
#256
peak (1969)
197
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #828 |
| 1890s | #801 |
| 1900s | #669 |
| 1910s | #553 |
| 1920s | #447 |
| 1930s | #429 |
| 1940s | #392 |
| 1950s | #329 |
| 1960s | #280 |
| 1970s | #274 |
| 1980s | #292 |
| 1990s | #351 |
| 2000s | #478 |
| 2010s | #800 |
| 2020s | #1011 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Rene has been most popular in TX, CA, AZ.
Living bearers
About 41,500 people named Rene are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rene alive today was born around 1978, making them about 47 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rene in 2025?
- Rene ranks #1091 among US boy names in 2025, with 197 babies given the name.
- When was the name Rene most popular?
- Rene peaked in 1969, reaching #256 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rene with classmates?
- Rene will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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