Find out how popular the first name Raemond has been for the last 15 years (from 1986 to 2000) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Raemond by gender

Based on the last 15 years of data, Raemond is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2000, there were 7 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Raemond.

The history of the first name Raemond

The given name Raemond has its origins in the Germanic languages, derived from the elements "ragin" meaning "counsel" and "mund" meaning "protection." It emerged during the Middle Ages, primarily in regions where Germanic tribes settled, such as parts of modern-day France, Germany, and the Low Countries.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Raemond can be found in the 11th century, in the form of "Raimundus" or "Raymundus." It was a popular name among European nobility and aristocracy during the medieval period. Notably, Raymond IV, Count of Toulouse, lived from around 1042 to 1105 and played a significant role in the First Crusade, leading the Provençal contingent.

In the 12th century, the name Raemond appeared in various literary works and historical records. For instance, Raymond of Aguilers, a chronicler and participant in the First Crusade, documented the events of the era. Another notable figure was Raymond of Penyafort, a 13th-century Spanish friar and canonist who lived from around 1175 to 1275.

During the Renaissance and Early Modern periods, the name Raemond continued to be used across Europe. One prominent figure was Raymond Lully, a Majorcan writer, philosopher, and logician, who lived from around 1232 to 1315. He made significant contributions to the fields of logic and philosophy.

Moving into the 18th century, Raemond de Sébaste was a French ecclesiastical writer and Bishop of Amiens, who lived from 1655 to 1736. His works included sermons and theological treatises.

In the 19th century, Raymond Adolphe Séré de Rivières was a French military engineer and fortification designer, born in 1815 and known for his influential works on fortification systems.

While the name Raemond has declined in popularity in recent times, it remains a part of the historical record, carrying the echoes of its Germanic origins and the legacy of notable individuals who bore this name throughout the centuries.

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