Reni

Meaning of Reni

Reni is a lyrical Italian name, born from the Latin renatus, meaning “reborn,” and often cherished as a playful diminutive of Renata—or even a spirited cousin to Irene. It carries the promise of renewal, much like the first tendrils of jasmine weaving through a Roman courtyard at dawn. Though it graced just eight newborn girls in the United States in 2024 (ranking 942nd), its quiet persistence has flickered on American charts since the 1950s, like an espresso standing its ground among milky lattes. In Italy, Reni conjures images of sunlit olive groves and time-worn cobblestones, slipping off the tongue more smoothly than a scoop of pistachio gelato yet bearing the weight of centuries. As a name for a daughter, Reni offers both warmth and resilience—a gentle nod to heritage and a bright invitation to new beginnings.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as REN-ee (/ˈrɛni/)

• Renee
• Renata
• Rena
• Renita