Remi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Remi is a name of Latin origin meaning 'oarsman' or 'rower'. It evolved from the Latin 'Remigius' and has historical ties to Saint Remigius. The name is considered trendy and has gained popularity in modern culture, with notable figures bearing the name.

The name Remi is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Remi has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Remi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4291st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5208th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3294th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3681st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3776th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2619th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 966th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11010th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6074th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3943rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1643rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 202nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Remi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Remi"

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Pronunciation

/ˈrɛm.i/

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Origin

Latin

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Etymology

The name Remi is derived from the Latin name 'Remigius', which means 'oarsman' or 'rower'. It has historical roots in the name of Saint Remigius, who was a bishop of Reims in the 5th century.

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Meaning

oarsman, rower

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Language Evolution

Remigius, Remi

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Historical Usage

The name gained popularity in France and other regions during the Middle Ages, largely due to the veneration of Saint Remigius. It has seen a resurgence in modern times as a given name in various cultures.

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Variants & Derivatives

Remy, Remie

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Remi is viewed as a trendy and stylish name, often associated with creativity and a modern lifestyle.

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Famous People

Remi Gaillard, a French prankster and comedian, Remi Hii, an Australian actor

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Remi"

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 "Remi"

"Remi" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 4291st of 7545 52
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 5208th of 6773 20
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 3294th of 7552 117
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 3681st of 10718 126
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 3776th of 16616 219
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 2619th of 24088 662
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 966th of 23106 2,665
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 11010th of 12526 10
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 6074th of 19264 126
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 3943rd of 27321 388
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 1643rd of 35406 1,965
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 202nd of 30306 18,351

Regional Popularity of "Remi" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - 56.97%
1581st/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- 67.73%
3031st/4475
- 48.79%
3082nd/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- 46.48%
2400th/5164
53.40%
3905th/7313
26.05%
1944th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
26.08%
1039th/3984
21.64%
971st/4487
16.90%
1153rd/6822
11.87%
745th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Remi" 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)
- - - 94.04%
3803rd/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- 53.41%
2390th/4475
94.19%
4892nd/5194
53.11%
3355th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
33.44%
1532nd/4582
25.58%
1321st/5164
25.42%
1859th/7313
23.11%
1725th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
4.42%
176th/3984
6.02%
270th/4487
3.09%
211th/6822
2.79%
175th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Remi"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Remi" 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.