Renny is an intriguing and uncommon given name, of Latin origin, meaning "wise." It has been predominantly used as a male given name but can also be found as a female name in some cases. Renny is a shortened form of Renatus, which is derived from the Latin word 'renascor,' meaning 'to be reborn' or 'to rise again.' This name was first brought to light by J.M. Barrie in his play "The Little Minister," published in 1891, where it was used as a character's name. Since then, Renny has been occasionally adopted and used in various cultures, adding to its uniqueness.
The name Renny experienced some popularity spikes over the decades, with peaks in 1950 (7 births), 2001 (10 births), and 2020 (10 births). However, it generally maintained a consistent level of usage throughout, averaging around 6-7 births per year since the late 1990s. The total number of babies named Renny from 1950 to 2023 is 105.