Find out how popular the first name Raymie has been for the last 45 years (from 1975 to 2019) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Raymie by gender

Based on the last 45 years of data, Raymie is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 90% of people named Raymie being female.

For the most recent data in 2019, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Raymie.

The history of the first name Raymie

Raymie is a given name with roots tracing back to the French language. The name is a diminutive form of the French name Raymond, which itself derives from the Germanic Raimund or Raymund. The name can be broken down into two elements: the Germanic "ragin" meaning counsel or advice, and "mund" meaning protection.

The name Raymond gained prominence in the Middle Ages, particularly during the Crusades. One of the earliest recorded bearers of the name was Raymond IV, Count of Toulouse, who led the Provencal contingent during the First Crusade in the late 11th century. The name also appears in religious texts, with Saint Raymond Nonnatus being a notable figure.

In the 12th century, Raymie emerged as a diminutive form of Raymond, possibly first used in France or regions with French influence. One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Raymie was Raymie de Montfort, a French nobleman who lived in the late 12th century.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Raymie. Raymie Rainier (1923-2012) was an American lawyer and politician who served as the Attorney General of Nevada from 1963 to 1967. Raymie Grooms (1925-2005) was an American baseball player who played in the Major Leagues from 1951 to 1960.

In the literary world, Raymie Nightingale is the titular character in the 2016 novel by Kate DiCamillo, a celebrated children's book author. The book follows the adventures of a young girl named Raymie Clark as she navigates life in a small Southern town.

Another notable bearer of the name was Raymie Redington (1937-2018), an American entrepreneur and co-founder of the outdoor equipment company, Redington. He played a significant role in the growth and development of the fly fishing industry in the United States.

Raymie Stata (1901-1986) was an Italian-American artist and sculptor known for his works in bronze and marble. His sculptures can be found in various public spaces across the United States, including the National Statuary Hall in the United States Capitol.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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