Renwick Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Renwick is an Old English name meaning 'raven's dwelling'. It evolved from historical forms such as Renwico and Renwic. The name reflects a connection to nature and rural life. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with it. Renwick gained popularity in the 19th century and is seen today as a unique and charming choice.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Renwick"
Pronunciation
/ˈrɛn.wɪk/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Renwick is derived from the Old English elements 'ren' meaning 'raven' and 'wic', which means 'dwelling' or 'farm'. Therefore, it can be interpreted as 'raven's dwelling'.
Meaning
raven's dwelling
Language Evolution
Renwico, Renwic, Renwick
Historical Usage
Renwick gained popularity as a surname in England and later as a given name, particularly in the 19th century during the rise of interest in nature-themed names.
Variants & Derivatives
Ren, Wick
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Renwick is perceived as a unique and traditional name, often associated with a rustic charm.
Famous People
Renwick Small, Renwick Parker
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 27 peak births in 1959
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Renwick"
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 "Renwick"
"Renwick" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6687th of 7545 | 10 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6464th of 6773 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2412th of 7552 | 217 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2923rd of 10718 | 190 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6202nd of 16616 | 99 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 19652nd of 24088 | 12 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 20190th of 23106 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Renwick" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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77.71% 2217th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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49.26% 1733rd/3518 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Renwick" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Renwick"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Renwick" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Renwick" in the United States
The name Renwick is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. 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, Renwick has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Renwick' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6687th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6464th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2412th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2923rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6202nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19652nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20190th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Renwick' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.