Remy
Remy is a unisex name of French origin meaning “Oarsman or remedy.” It ranked #240 in the United States in 2025. Derived from the Latin 'Remigius,' meaning oarsman.
how do you pronounce Remy?
REM-ee
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what does Remy mean?
The name Remy means “Oarsman or remedy.” It comes from the French language tradition.
Derived from the Latin 'Remigius,' meaning oarsman. Saint Rémi of Reims baptized Clovis I, making this name historically significant in French Christianity. It gained wider appeal through Pixar's Ratatouille.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #240 |
| 2023 | #259 |
| 2022 | #281 |
| 2021 | #302 |
| 2020 | #330 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Remy?
- Rémi Gaillard
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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