Raymon
Raymon is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Counselor, wise protector, or advice and protection.
Origin and history
Raymon is a variant spelling of Raymond, originating from the Germanic name Raginmund. It combines roots meaning counsel and protection. In the United States, it is a less common alternate spelling that has seen steady, minor usage over the decades.
Popularity in the United States
7,985 babies in the United States have been named Raymon since 1880. It ranks #1355 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1778.
States where it is most popular
- TX (28.4 %)
- CA (18.2 %)
- AL (8.7 %)
- TN (5.8 %)
- GA (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 34 |
| 1900-1910 | 116 |
| 1910-1920 | 621 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,256 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,095 |
| 1940-1950 | 743 |
| 1950-1960 | 643 |
| 1960-1970 | 564 |
| 1970-1980 | 512 |
| 1980-1990 | 628 |
| 1990-2000 | 654 |
| 2000-2010 | 573 |
| 2010-2019 | 392 |
| 2020-2029 | 149 |
Famous people named Raymon
- Raymon Grace: Author, Lecturer
Nicknames
Ray
Fun facts
- Raymon drops the traditional silent or soft final 'd' of Raymond, reflecting phonetic spelling preferences.
- The root name Raymond was introduced to England by the Normans after the 1066 conquest.