Ranea is of Gaelic origin, meaning "little king" or "small ruler". It is a unisex name, though it is more commonly used for females. The name Ranea is unique and uncommon, which makes it stand out. It has a strong and authoritative sound due to its Scottish roots, yet it retains a certain softness due to its vowel-rich composition. There are no prominent figures with this name in history or popular culture, allowing the bearer of the name to create their own identity associated with it. The name Ranea is easy to pronounce and spell, making it practical for daily use while still being distinctive enough to catch attention.
The name Ranea experienced its peak popularity between 1961 and 1973 with a total of 46 births recorded during this period. However, there was a significant gap in usage from 1976 to 2006 with no births reported for nearly three decades. The name began to reappear in the birth records in 2006 and 2010, but the overall total remains relatively low at 59 births over the span of these years.