Renate is a female given name of Latin origin, derived from the Latin word 'renata', meaning 'reborn'. It gained popularity during the Middle Ages as a name for girls who were rebaptized into Christianity. In German-speaking countries, Renate is often used interchangeably with the more common variations like Renate or Renata. The name has been popular in various Germanic cultures and can also be found among speakers of Romance languages due to its Latin root. The name's popularity peaked during the mid-20th century but remains in use today, particularly in countries where it has a historical connection.
The name Renate experienced significant popularity fluctuations over the century. Its peak was in 1956 with 36 births, followed by a steady decline until the late 1970s when it began to stabilize around 10-20 births per year. Since the 1990s, the name has seen minimal usage, with fewer than 10 births per year and some years recording as few as 5 births. Overall, there were 1264 Renates born between 1917 and 2020.