Remond Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: reh-MOND //rɛˈmɒnd//
Origin: French; German
Meaning: French: 'advice' or 'protector'; German: 'powerful protector'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Remond has its roots in the Germanic elements "ragin," meaning "counsel," and "mund," meaning "protector" or "guardian." This etymological foundation can be traced back through Old High German as "Raimund," which evolved into the Latinized form "Remundus" before entering the Old French as "Raimond". The name made its way into English usage primarily through the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, where it was adopted in various forms, including Remond.
Historically, the name has been associated with several notable figures, particularly in the medieval period. One significant milestone is the presence of Saint Raymond of Peñafort, a 13th-century Spanish Dominican friar who was canonized in 1601.
His contributions to canon law and the establishment of the Order of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mercy helped solidify the name's presence in religious contexts. Additionally, the name appears in various historical texts and records throughout the Middle Ages, often linked to nobility and clerical figures.
Culturally, Remond carries connotations of protection and wisdom, reflecting its etymological roots. The name has been used in various literary and artistic works, often symbolizing a guardian figure or a wise counselor.
In some traditions, diminutive forms such as Ray or Raimy have emerged, though these are less common in historical texts. The enduring nature of the name can be attributed to its strong linguistic roots and the positive associations tied to its meaning, which have allowed it to persist through centuries.
Famous people named Remond
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Remond Wright is a musician best known for his work with the band The Blackbyrds.
Remond D. is a professional basketball player known for his time in the NBA and overseas leagues.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Remond was first seen in the United States in 1967.
Remond has ranked as high as #1082 nationally, which occurred in 1967, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Remond has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Remond is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Remond was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Remond
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Remond.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1967 | 6 |