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BoyFrench#456 in 2025

Remi

Remi is a boys' name of French origin meaning “oarsman, rower.” It ranked #456 in the United States in 2025. Honoring Saint Rémi, the bishop who baptized Clovis I and effectively Christianized France, this name carries profound…

how do you pronounce Remi?

reh-MEE

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what does Remi mean?

The name Remi means “oarsman, rower.” It comes from the French language tradition.

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?

#474
2023
#456
2024
YearRank
2024#456
2023#474

Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset

who are famous people named Remi?

  • Saint Rémi (bishop who baptized the first Christian king of France)
  • Rémy Martin (founder of the cognac house)

what names are similar to Remi?

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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial

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