Raymond
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Wise protector or counsel and protection
Origin: Old Germanic
Popularity: Ranked #395 in 2025 with 807 babies born.
History: Raymond derives from the Old High German 'Raginmund,' combining 'ragin' (counsel/wisdom) and 'mund' (protector). It was brought to England by the Normans and was common throughout medieval Europe. It has been used by several saints and nobles, and remained steadily popular in English-speaking countries through the 20th century.
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Raymond? About 1 in 4,125 babies born in 2025 were named Raymond, or roughly 2.2 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Raymond
What does the name Raymond mean?
Raymond means “Wise protector or counsel and protection” from Old Germanic roots.
What is the origin of the name Raymond?
Raymond has Old Germanic origin. The traditional meaning is “Wise protector or counsel and protection”.
How popular is Raymond?
Raymond ranked #394 in 2025 — given to 807 babies that year.
When was Raymond most popular?
Raymond peaked in 1924 with 12,872 babies registered that year.
Is Raymond a boy or girl name?
Raymond is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Raymonds in registered births are male.
Is the name Raymond rising or falling in popularity?
Raymond has fallen 83 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #311 in 2020 to #394 in 2025.
How long has Raymond been recorded?
Raymond appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.