Find out how popular the first name Raymon has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Raymon by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Raymon is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 32 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Raymon.

The history of the first name Raymon

Raymon is a masculine given name with roots tracing back to the Old French and Medieval Latin languages. The name Raymon evolved from the Germanic name Raimund, which was composed of the elements "ragin" meaning "counsel" and "mund" meaning "protector."

The name Raymon was particularly popular during the Middle Ages in regions where Old French was spoken, such as northern France and parts of England. Its earliest recorded use can be found in medieval documents and charters from the 11th and 12th centuries.

One of the earliest notable figures to bear the name Raymon was Raymon IV, Count of Toulouse, who lived from 1042 to 1105. He played a significant role in the Crusades and was a prominent figure in the history of southern France.

Another notable Raymon was Raymon Lull, a philosopher, logician, and Franciscan tertiary who lived from 1232 to 1315. He was a pioneering figure in the fields of logic and computational theory and made significant contributions to the development of Catalan literature.

In the 14th century, Raymon de Béziers, also known as Raymon Gaufridi, was a French theologian and Franciscan friar who lived from 1295 to 1349. He is known for his work on the doctrine of the Immaculate Conception and his defense of the Franciscan Order.

During the Renaissance period, Raymon de Sebonde, a Spanish philosopher and theologian who lived from 1385 to 1436, gained recognition for his works on natural theology and the reconciliation of reason and faith.

In the 19th century, Raymon Gayrard, a French painter and engraver who lived from 1777 to 1858, made significant contributions to the Neoclassical and Romantic art movements in France.

While the name Raymon has its roots in medieval Europe, it has been used across various cultures and regions over the centuries, with variations in spelling and pronunciation. However, the core meaning of the name, derived from the Germanic elements "ragin" and "mund," has remained consistent, reflecting the idea of wise counsel and protection.

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