Raymond
Raymond is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Wise protector or counsel protector.
Origin and history
Raymond is derived from the Old German name Radmuond, combining words for counsel and protection. It has been a consistently classic masculine name in the United States, ranking among the top 50 most popular male names historically. Though its usage has become less frequent in recent years, it remains a recognized traditional choice.
Popularity in the United States
779,794 babies in the United States have been named Raymond since 1880. It ranks #42 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #347.
States where it is most popular
- NY (9.9 %)
- CA (8.3 %)
- PA (7.7 %)
- IL (6 %)
- TX (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 3,135 |
| 1890-1900 | 7,572 |
| 1900-1910 | 11,650 |
| 1910-1920 | 71,820 |
| 1920-1930 | 124,212 |
| 1930-1940 | 99,585 |
| 1940-1950 | 109,076 |
| 1950-1960 | 108,928 |
| 1960-1970 | 81,793 |
| 1970-1980 | 49,332 |
| 1980-1990 | 41,504 |
| 1990-2000 | 31,721 |
| 2000-2010 | 20,460 |
| 2010-2019 | 13,406 |
| 2020-2029 | 5,600 |
Famous people named Raymond
- Raymond Carver: Author, Poet
- Raymond Burr: Actor
- Raymond Chandler: Novelist, Screenwriter
Nicknames
Ray, Raymie
Fun facts
- The name was introduced to Britain by the Normans in the form Reimund and quickly spread throughout Western Europe.
- Raymond was a mainstay in the top 20 most popular names for American boys during the early-to-mid 20th century.