Renan
reh-NAN
Popularity
#8162
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Celtic
Total Births
391
Peak Year
#18 in 2000
First Recorded
1968
Style
Soft & Gentle, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
A masculine name of Celtic origin, often associated with the Welsh name Rhydian or Irish name Raghnall, meaning 'little seal' or 'ruler.' It has a gentle yet strong sound.
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Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Famous Namesakes
Renan
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