Remington
Remington is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Place on the boundary stream or estate of Rimca.
Origin and history
Remington originated as an Old English habitational surname referring to a settlement near a boundary stream. Traditionally used as a masculine name, it has seen a rapid increase in usage for girls in the United States in recent years. Its contemporary adoption aligns with the trend of using surnames and place names with stylish nicknames for girls.
Popularity in the United States
10,118 babies in the United States have been named Remington since 1880. It ranks #1629 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #415.
States where it is most popular
- TX (10.4 %)
- CA (7.7 %)
- OH (6.6 %)
- IN (5.3 %)
- OK (4.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 10 |
| 1990-2000 | 334 |
| 2000-2010 | 632 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,691 |
| 2020-2029 | 4,451 |
Famous people named Remington
- Remington Leith: Singer, Musician
Nicknames
Remy, Remi
Fun facts
- The name originally denoted someone from Rimington in Lancashire, England.
- Remington entered the top 500 U.S. names for girls during the 2020s, reflecting its modern popularity.