Raymond
Male name · ★ Classic
382,788
Total Births
1921
Peak Year
#360
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Raymond
Raymond is of Germanic origin meaning 'wise protector,' brought to England by the Normans. It peaked in the 1920s-1930s in the US. Famous Raymonds include Raymond Chandler and Ray Charles (born Raymond).
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 6,713 births |
| 1890s | 17,312 births |
| 1900s | 25,762 births |
| 1910s | 46,765 births |
| 1920s | 59,840 births |
| 1930s | 45,453 births |
| 1940s | 45,527 births |
| 1950s | 44,312 births |
| 1960s | 32,505 births |
| 1970s | 19,654 births |
| 1980s | 16,165 births |
| 1990s | 12,266 births |
| 2000s | 7,431 births |
| 2010s | 2,335 births |
| 2020s | 748 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Raymond?
Raymond has been given to 382,788 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1921 with 6,257 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #360.
Is Raymond a boy or girl name?
Raymond is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was Raymond most popular?
Raymond was most popular in 1921, when 6,257 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Raymond?
Raymond first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).