Ren

Meaning water lily, lotus
Origin Chinese, Japanese, Korean
Gender gender neutral
Opposite gender Ren
Popularity Moderate
Length 3
Syllables 1
Syllabification Ren

About Ren

Ren, a name of diverse origins and rich meanings, holds a special charm for parents seeking a name that encapsulates virtues and beauty. Rooted in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean cultures, Ren resonates with its profound symbolism. In Chinese, Ren signifies "benevolence" and kindness, reflecting qualities parents hope their child will embrace. In Japanese, the name alludes to the "lotus," a flower that rises from the mud to symbolize purity and enlightenment. Korean culture adds its own flair, with Ren meaning "politeness" or the elegance of the "lotus flower."

Choosing the name Ren for your baby girl bestows upon her a timeless and meaningful identity. Its short and sweet nature makes it easy to pronounce and remember across cultures. Ren's versatility is further evident in its variations, whether you prefer the classic Chinese characters, the graceful Japanese kanji, or the modern Korean rendering. As your little Ren grows, she may be affectionately called by charming nicknames like Rennie or Reni. With famous and fictional bearers of the name, Ren joins a legacy of accomplished individuals and captivating characters. In the tapestry of names, Ren shines as a gem of cultural depth and gentle power, a name that will gracefully accompany your daughter through every stage of her remarkable journey.

Variations of Name Ren

Renata
Renee
Rene
Remi
Reyna
Regina
Renae

Nicknames for Ren

Rennie
Re
Renny
Rey
Renze

Famous People Named Ren

Renée ZellwegerAmerican actress
Renée FlemingAmerican opera singer
Renée Elise GoldsberryAmerican actress and singer
Renée Felice SmithAmerican actress
Renée TaylorAmerican actress and writer
Renée EstevezAmerican actress
Ren XuefengChinese politician
Ren YayanChinese actress
Ren HongChinese singer
Ren BaiheChinese actress
Renata TebaldiItalian opera singer
Renata AdlerAmerican author
Renata LitvinovaRussian actress and director
Renata DancewiczPolish actress
René LiuTaiwanese singer and actress
Renée AdoréeFrench-American actress
Renée GeyerAustralian singer
Renate BlauelGerman sound engineer
Renate LangerGerman actress
Renata ScottoItalian opera singer

Characters Named Ren

Ren StevensEven Stevens TV show
Ren HöekRen and Stimpy TV show
Ren FujiDearS manga/anime
Ren AmamiyaPersona 5 video game
Ren McCormackFootloose movie
Ren HakueiMagi manga/anime
Ren TsurugaSkip Beat! manga/anime
Ren VixenArchie Comics
Ren SohmaFruits Basket manga/anime
Ren TaoShaman King manga/anime
Ren MihashiBig Windup! manga/anime
Ren KaidouSuper Lovers manga/anime
Ren TamakiUta no Prince-sama anime
Ren HonjoNana manga/anime
Ren IchimokuBlack Butler manga/anime
Ren OshugiTokyo Ravens manga/anime
Ren IdagawaDear Myself manga
Ren NagaseNijiiro Days manga/anime
Ren TobariCrimson Empire manga
Ren FujiiRaging Loop visual novel

Other Popular Names Beginning with R

Raegan
Raeleigh
Raelyn
Rhyan
Reyna
Ryann
Raven
Ridley
Roxanne
Rita