RENN
Renn
Renn is a British surname that can trace its origins back to medieval England. The surname is of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Raegen", meaning counsel, or "Rand", meaning edge or rim. Over time, the name evolved into Renn and became a hereditary surname.
Distribution
The surname Renn is relatively uncommon in the United Kingdom, with most individuals bearing the name residing in regions such as Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Kent. However, Renns can also be found in other parts of the UK and abroad, including the United States, Canada, and Australia.
Notable Individuals
Notable individuals with the surname Renn include:
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Sophie Renn - A renowned British architect known for her innovative designs and sustainable approach to architecture.
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David Renn - A prominent British historian and author, known for his research on medieval British history.
Coat of Arms
The Renn family crest features a shield with a distinctive design that often includes symbols such as stars, lions, or crosses. This coat of arms may vary between different branches of the Renn family.
In modern times, the surname Renn continues to be passed down through generations, preserving the heritage and legacy of this ancient British name.
There are approximately 249 people named Renn in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Renn.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adam
- Christopher
- David
- Edward
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Patrick
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
- William
Female
- Barbara
- Claire
- Danielle
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Georgina
- Hilda
- Janet
- Joanne
- Lisa
- Pauline
- Susan
- Tania
- Valerie
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.