Renato
Renato is a Christian boy name of Latin, via Italian origin, meaning “Born again”.
| Meaning | Born again |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Latin, via Italian |
| Pronunciation | reh-NAH-toh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Italy, Brazil, Peru, Portugal |
Meaning and origin of Renato
Renato comes from the Latin Renatus, 'reborn', from re- 'again' and natus 'born'. Early Christians adopted the name as an expression of spiritual rebirth through baptism. It is used in Italian, Spanish and Portuguese, with French René as its close relative. The name is common in Italy and Brazil, and the Italian singer Renato Zero is one well-known modern bearer.
Is Renato a Christian name?
Renato is a Christian name whose meaning reflects the New Testament idea of being 'born again' through faith and baptism.
How popular is Renato?
Well known in Italy and Latin America, though more common among older generations.
Gifts with the name Renato
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Spellings and variants of Renato
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Renato mean?
Renato means 'Born again'. It is of Latin, via Italian origin.
Is Renato a Christian name?
Renato is a Christian name whose meaning reflects the New Testament idea of being 'born again' through faith and baptism.
How do you pronounce Renato?
Renato is pronounced reh-NAH-toh.
Is Renato a boy or girl name?
Renato is usually a boy name.