Raymond
Raymond is of Germanic origin, derived from the elements 'ragin' meaning 'counsel' and 'mund' meaning 'protector,' translating to 'wise protector.' The name was brought to England by the Normans and has maintained a steady, distinguished presence throughout history.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 780. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 1,533
- 2012: 1,463
- 2013: 1,349
- 2014: 1,411
- 2015: 1,386
- 2016: 1,280
- 2017: 1,208
- 2018: 1,164
- 2019: 1,025
- 2020: 1,062
- 2021: 991
- 2022: 970
- 2023: 906
- 2024: 864
- 2025: 807
- 2026 (projected): 780
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across most languages
- •The nickname 'Ray' offers a more casual, modern option
- •Strong vintage appeal with mid-century associations
- •Less common for babies today, making it distinctive without being unusual
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Famous People
Raymond Chandler
Novelist and screenwriter
Ray Charles
Legendary musician and singer
Raymond Burr
Actor, known for 'Perry Mason'
Ray Romano
Actor and comedian
Statistics
779,794
Total births since 1880
1924
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