Ramsay: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A name meaning raven island, mysterious and wild.
- Origin
- Scottish
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #10255
- Peak
- #3246 in 1948
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Ramsay Means
Ramsay is a boy name of Scottish origin. A name meaning raven island, mysterious and wild.
How Popular Ramsay Is
Ramsay currently ranks #10255 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #3246 in 1948. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Ramsay
- Ramsay is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Ramsay is a name from the Scottish Gaelic tradition.
- Part of the beloved nature-name trend.
Names Like Ramsay
Other Scottish names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Ramsay
Scottish names that pair well as a brother or sister to Ramsay.
Questions About Ramsay
What does Ramsay mean?
Ramsay is a boy name of Scottish origin. A name meaning raven island, mysterious and wild.
How popular is Ramsay?
Ramsay currently ranks #10255 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #3246 in 1948. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Ramsay come from?
Ramsay comes from Scottish roots. Ramsay is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
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