Rennie

American

[ren-ee] / ˈrɛn i /

noun

John, 1761–1821, Scottish engineer.

Rennie British

/ ˈrɛnɪ /

noun

John . 1761–1821, British civil engineer who designed bridges, canals, docks, and harbours, including three London bridges and the London and East India docks

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Graham Rennie from Larne, is taking part in the relay race to fundraise for The Big C Foundation, set up in memory of his three-year-old son Callum.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

Dave Rennie has been appointed the new head coach of New Zealand, becoming the first person of Pasifika heritage to lead the side.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

Joseph is seen as a leading contender -- along with former Wallabies coach Dave Rennie -- to be the new All Blacks boss after Scott Robertson was fired last month.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

Otago Highlanders coach Jamie Joseph, the former Japan coach, or former Australia coach Dave Rennie could be potential successors to oversee a packed Test calendar in 2026 in the run-up to the World Cup.

From Barron's • Jan. 15, 2026

Early the following morning Angus and Rennie rode away.

From The Land of Strong Men by Chisholm, A. M. (Arthur Murray)

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