Ramon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Ramon has Spanish origins, derived from the Germanic name Raginmund, meaning 'wise protector'. It evolved through various forms over time, maintaining its core meaning. The name has no biblical relevance but gained popularity in the Middle Ages. Today, it is perceived as a strong and wise name, with notable personalities bearing it.

The name Ramon is most popular in New Mexico, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation 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, Ramon has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ramon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 292nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 236th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 292nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 235th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 245th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 367th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 713th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6378th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4542nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5146th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5007th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7487th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 33240th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Ramon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ramon"

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Pronunciation

/rəˈmɒn/

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Origin

Spanish

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Etymology

Ramon is derived from the Spanish name 'Ramón', which comes from the Germanic name 'Raginmund', meaning 'advice' and 'protector'.

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Meaning

wise protector

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Language Evolution

Raginmund, Raimund, Ramón

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Historical Usage

Ramon gained popularity in the Spanish-speaking world during the Middle Ages and has remained a common name in various cultures.

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Variants & Derivatives

Ramón, Raymond, Raimondo

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Ramon is viewed positively and is associated with strength and wisdom. It remains a popular choice among Spanish-speaking communities.

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Famous People

Ramon Magsaysay - former President of the Philippines, Ramon Novarro - Mexican-American actor, Ramon de Carranza - Spanish politician

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ramon"

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 "Ramon"

"Ramon" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 292nd of 7545 5,755
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 236th of 6773 9,584
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 292nd of 7552 11,979
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 235th of 10718 15,505
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 245th of 16616 16,951
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 367th of 24088 12,664
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 713th of 23106 4,296
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 6378th of 9107 24
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 4542nd of 9204 70
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 5146th of 12526 109
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 5007th of 19264 171
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 7487th of 27321 154
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 33240th of 35406 6

Regional Popularity of "Ramon" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
32.13%
455th/1416
36.77%
507th/1379
11.54%
273rd/2366
10.42%
119th/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
18.11%
280th/1546
21.34%
332nd/1556
9.77%
230th/2353
9.57%
148th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
19.17%
427th/2227
10.82%
263rd/2430
10.83%
309th/2853
7.89%
219th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
10.79%
317th/2937
5.57%
194th/3483
8.19%
288th/3518
4.25%
172nd/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
9.77%
360th/3685
5.18%
232nd/4475
6.12%
318th/5194
2.77%
175th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
11.63%
533rd/4582
9.31%
481st/5164
6.09%
445th/7313
3.28%
245th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
24.92%
993rd/3984
22.93%
1029th/4487
11.92%
813th/6822
7.27%
456th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Ramon" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - 94.05%
2213th/2353
-
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - 100.00%
2853rd/2853
-
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- 100.00%
3483rd/3483
100.00%
3518th/3518
83.90%
3393rd/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - 73.31%
4631st/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Ramon"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Ramon" 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.