Ramiro Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Ramiro originates from Spanish and is derived from the Gothic name Ramo, meaning 'wise protector' or 'counselor.' It has evolved through various forms over time and carries traits of strength and wisdom. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name. Ramiro gained popularity during the Middle Ages and remains a strong name in modern culture.
The name Ramiro is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ramiro has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Ramiro' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1234th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 617th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 520th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 497th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 477th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 590th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1035th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13742nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 23525th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Ramiro' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ramiro"
Pronunciation
/ræˈmiːroʊ/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Ramiro is derived from the Gothic name Ramo, which means 'wise protector' or 'counselor.' The name has Spanish roots and has been popularized in various cultures.
Meaning
wise protector, counselor
Language Evolution
Ramo, Ramirus, Ramiro
Historical Usage
Ramiro has been used since the Middle Ages and gained popularity in Spanish-speaking countries, especially in the Iberian Peninsula.
Variants & Derivatives
Ramiro, Rami, Ramiroo
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Ramiro is perceived as a strong and noble name, often associated with leadership and wisdom.
Famous People
Ramiro de Maeztu, a Spanish writer and diplomat, Ramiro Ruiz, a notable athlete in Spain, Ramiro Funes Mori, an Argentine football player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ramiro"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ramiro"
"Ramiro" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1234th of 7545 | 536 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 617th of 6773 | 1,734 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 520th of 7552 | 3,994 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 497th of 10718 | 4,245 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 477th of 16616 | 6,290 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 590th of 24088 | 6,489 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1035th of 23106 | 2,440 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13742nd of 19264 | 18 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 23525th of 27321 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Ramiro" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
100.00% 621st/621 |
100.00% 629th/629 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 1139th/1139 |
- |
100.00% 394th/394 |
100.00% 456th/456 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 852nd/852 |
100.00% 1651st/1651 |
100.00% 372nd/372 |
100.00% 488th/488 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 692nd/692 |
100.00% 1259th/1259 |
100.00% 412th/412 |
100.00% 374th/374 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 754th/754 |
100.00% 1362nd/1362 |
100.00% 438th/438 |
100.00% 317th/317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 921st/921 |
100.00% 2042nd/2042 |
100.00% 546th/546 |
100.00% 423rd/423 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 1485th/1485 |
100.00% 3768th/3768 |
100.00% 897th/897 |
100.00% 775th/775 |
Regional Popularity of "Ramiro" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ramiro"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ramiro" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.