Rasmus Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAS-mus / /ˈræsməs/Scandinavian; Greek
Meaning
Scandinavian: 'beloved'; Greek: 'to love'
Historical & Cultural Background
Rasmus is a name of Scandinavian origin, often considered a diminutive of Erasmus. The name Erasmus itself has roots in ancient Greek, meaning 'beloved'. In Scandinavian countries, Rasmus has been a popular name since the Middle Ages, reflecting a cultural appreciation for names with positive meanings. It has also gained some popularity in other regions due to its simplicity and pleasant sound.
Trend Summary
Rasmus has seen a steady presence in Scandinavian naming trends, with occasional interest in other regions.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ras
- Rasmu
International Variants
- Rasmu (Danish)
- Rasmus (Swedish)
- Rasmi (Finnish)
Famous people named Rasmus
Rasmus Hojlund is a Danish professional footballer known for his skills as a forward.
Rasmus Lerdorf is a Danish-Canadian programmer best known as the creator of the PHP programming language.
Rasmus Seebach is a Danish singer-songwriter recognized for his contributions to pop music in Denmark.
Rasmus Paludan is a Danish politician known for his controversial views and leadership of the political party Stram Kurs.
Fictional characters named Rasmus
Rasmus is a character in the children's book 'Rasmus and the Vagabond' by Astrid Lindgren, who embarks on adventures with a vagabond.
Rasmus is a character in the animated series 'Rasmus and the Vagabond', where he learns about friendship and life on the road.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rasmus was first seen in the United States in 1888. Rasmus has ranked as high as #1342 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Rasmus has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rasmus
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1888 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 18 |