What origin is the name Rene?

Rene comes from French naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good brother names for Rene?

Names from the same french tradition pair naturally with Rene — for example Andre, Remy, Antoine. You can browse more on our french names page.

Rene

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Rene

Rene

Unisex

French

2 syllables

Rene is a French unisex name meaning "Reborn.".

Parents who choose Rene pick a unisex name from the French tradition, meaning "Reborn.". At just 4 letters, it is short and easy to say. It has 2 syllables.

Origin: French
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 2

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Reborn.

Popularity

No birth-record data (source: not in US birth records; popularity in India is not tracked)

Quick answers about Rene

What does Rene mean?

Rene is a unisex name of French origin meaning "Reborn.".

How popular is Rene?

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