Ramiro
Ramiro is a boy's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Great advisor, famous counsel, or supreme power.
Origin and history
Ramiro is a traditional masculine name of Spanish origin derived from old Germanic roots. Historically borne by medieval kings of León and Aragon, it translates roughly to renowned counselor or supreme judge. It has enjoyed steady, moderate usage in the United States, especially within Hispanic communities.
Popularity in the United States
25,930 babies in the United States have been named Ramiro since 1880. It ranks #729 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1014.
States where it is most popular
- TX (53 %)
- CA (29.9 %)
- IL (4.6 %)
- FL (2.7 %)
- AZ (2.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 107 |
| 1920-1930 | 591 |
| 1930-1940 | 918 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,390 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,113 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,218 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,856 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,298 |
| 1990-2000 | 4,686 |
| 2000-2010 | 4,297 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,317 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,139 |
Famous people named Ramiro
- Ramiro Peña: Baseball player
- Ramiro Herrera: Rugby player
Nicknames
Ram, Miro
Fun facts
- Ramiro was borne by several medieval monarchs in the Iberian Peninsula, including Ramiro I of Aragon.
- The name stems from the Visigothic elements 'rad' (counsel) and 'mera' (famous or great).