Remi
Remi is a boys' name of French origin meaning “oarsman, rower.” It ranked #787 in the United States in 2025.
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how do you pronounce Remi?
reh-MEE
where does the name Remi come from?
Mainly a French short form of the Latin Remigius, traditionally from a word for oarsman, and also a short form of Jeremias. Separately, the Remi were a Belgic tribe whose name is traced to a Gaulish root meaning chieftains or first ones.
Honoring Saint Rémi, the bishop who baptized Clovis I and effectively Christianized France, this name carries profound historical significance. It also evokes the beloved animated film 'Ratatouille,' whose protagonist rat is named Rémy. The name feels both ancient and approachable.
how popular is this name?
Remi has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 7 years since 2019. It peaked at #719 in 2021, and ranked #787 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #787 |
| 2024 | #812 |
| 2023 | #817 |
| 2022 | #739 |
| 2021 | #719 |
| 2020 | #768 |
| 2019 | #913 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Remi fell outside the top 1,000.
the history of Remi
The sixth-century French saint Remigius, who baptized Clovis I, bore the name. The Remi tribe lived in the valleys of the Aisne, Vesle and Suippe in the Iron Age and Roman period.
who are famous people named Remi?
- Saint Rémi (bishop who baptized the first Christian king of France)
- Rémy Martin (founder of the cognac house)
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what names go well with Remi?
Sibling names that share Remi's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Remi
What does the name Remi mean?
Remi means “oarsman, rower”.
What is the origin of the name Remi?
Remi comes from the French naming tradition.
How popular is the name Remi?
Remi ranked #787 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data.
Is Remi a boy or girl name?
Remi is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Remi?
Remi is pronounced reh-MEE, with 2 syllables.
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