Raymond: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A wise protector who shields those he loves.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #312
- Peak
- #14 in 1919
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Raymond Means
Raymond is a boy name of English origin. A wise protector who shields those he loves.
How Popular Raymond Is
Raymond currently ranks #312 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #14 in 1919. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Raymond
- Raymond reached the top 50 in the U.S., hitting #14 in 1919.
- Raymond has been a top 100 name across 162+ years of American history.
- Raymond is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It's a timeless classic that never goes out of style.
Names Like Raymond
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Sibling Names for Raymond
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Questions About Raymond
What does Raymond mean?
Raymond is a boy name of English origin. A wise protector who shields those he loves.
How popular is Raymond?
Raymond currently ranks #312 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #14 in 1919. It has held steady.
Where does Raymond come from?
Raymond comes from English roots. Raymond reached the top 50 in the U.S., hitting #14 in 1919.
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