Ren Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Ren has its origins in Japanese and can mean 'lotus' or 'love.' In Chinese, it relates to 'benevolence' and 'humanity.' The name has evolved through its usage in different cultures. While having no biblical relevance, Ren has gained popularity in modern times, particularly influenced by contemporary media. It is seen as a trendy and appealing name today, with various variants like René and Rena. Notable individuals with related names include Renée Zellweger and Renée O'Connor.

The name Ren is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ren has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ren' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4708th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4396th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2871st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5421st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2839th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3252nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1446th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 17321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12120th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3293rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ren' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ren"

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Pronunciation

/rɛn/

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Origin

Japanese

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Etymology

The name Ren is derived from the Japanese word for 'lotus' or 'love.' It is also used in Chinese, where it can mean 'benevolence' or 'humanity.'

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Meaning

lotus, love, benevolence, humanity

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Language Evolution

Ren (Japanese), 仁 (Chinese, pinyin: rén)

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Historical Usage

The name Ren gained popularity in Japan as a unisex name in the late 20th century, particularly influenced by popular culture.

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Variants & Derivatives

René, Rena, Renny

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Ren is perceived as a modern and stylish name, favored for its simplicity and aesthetic appeal.

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Famous People

Renée Zellweger, Renée O'Connor

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ren"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Ren"

"Ren" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 4708th of 7545 39
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 4396th of 6773 41
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 2871st of 7552 156
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 5421st of 10718 55
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 2839th of 16616 336
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 3252nd of 24088 486
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 1446th of 23106 1,491
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 17321st of 27321 27
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 12120th of 35406 116
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 3293rd of 30306 585

Regional Popularity of "Ren" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - 38.17%
2411th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- 64.60%
3336th/5164
68.67%
5022nd/7313
29.48%
2200th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
40.14%
1599th/3984
36.17%
1623rd/4487
26.88%
1834th/6822
15.68%
984th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Ren" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
76.61%
3052nd/3984
100.00%
4487th/4487
62.52%
4265th/6822
37.35%
2344th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Ren"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Ren" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.