Remi
Remi is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Oarsman or rower; also linked to the Remi, a Belgic tribe.
Origin and history
Remi is a name of French origin, derived from the Latin Remigius, which likely means 'oarsman' or 'rower'. Historically associated with Saint Remigius who baptized Clovis I, the name has seen a surge in popularity in the United States in recent years as a unisex choice.
Popularity in the United States
4,185 babies in the United States have been named Remi since 1880. It ranks #1937 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #739.
States where it is most popular
- CA (24.1 %)
- TX (10.2 %)
- NY (9.1 %)
- FL (5.8 %)
- WA (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 23 |
| 1920-1930 | 34 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 33 |
| 1950-1960 | 52 |
| 1960-1970 | 80 |
| 1970-1980 | 81 |
| 1980-1990 | 100 |
| 1990-2000 | 198 |
| 2000-2010 | 389 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,235 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,955 |
Fun facts
- Saint Remigius, known as Saint Remi, was the Bishop of Reims who baptized Clovis I, King of the Franks, in 496 AD.
- Nearly half of all U.S. male birth records for Remi since 1880 have been registered in the years since 2020.