Remy
Remy is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Oarsman or rower.
Origin and history
Remy is a name of French origin, derived from the Latin Remigius. Traditionally a masculine given name, it has gained substantial popularity as a unisex name in the United States, especially for girls in recent years. Its modern appeal is boosted by its crisp, stylish two-syllable sound.
Popularity in the United States
8,262 babies in the United States have been named Remy since 1880. It ranks #1839 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #585.
States where it is most popular
- CA (18.8 %)
- TX (8.9 %)
- NY (7.4 %)
- FL (4.5 %)
- OH (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 | 25 |
| 1970-1980 | 97 |
| 1980-1990 | 286 |
| 1990-2000 | 614 |
| 2000-2010 | 908 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,395 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,937 |
Famous people named Remy
- Remy Ma: Rapper, Songwriter
- Remy Hii: Actor
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Latin 'remex' or 'remigis', meaning an oarsman or rower.
- While historically rare for females in the U.S., Remy has seen a significant rise in usage for girls since the 2010s.