MallowbyNames

Ramond

ruh-MOND · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Raymond, meaning 'wise protector' or 'advice protection'.

Peak popularity
1901
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Ramond since 1901

Babies named Ramond per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1980, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Ramond's real moment was 1901.

102030192019602000Most births 1980Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1900s15
1910s131
1920s215
1930s206
1940s145
1950s150
1960s185
1970s206
1980s244
1990s155
2000s105
2010s56
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Ramond is a rare masculine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1901, when it ranked #2004. It has never ranked in the top 1000 and remains a scarce choice, with peak usage in 1901 itself. The name has shown a stable trajectory, never experiencing a notable surge or decline. As a variant of Raymond, it shares a Germanic heritage but stands apart in its phonetic simplicity. Parents drawn to traditional yet uncommon names may find Ramond a distinctive alternative to its more popular counterparts.

Ramond is primarily a variant of Raymond, derived from the Germanic elements 'ragin' (advice) and 'mund' (protection). The name Raymond was introduced to England by the Normans and became common in the Middle Ages. Ramond likely arose as a phonetic or spelling variant, though its exact origin is uncertain.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ray, Ramon

Variants: Raymond, Ramon, Raimond, Raymund

Sibling names for Ramond

Names that share Ramond's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Ramond mean?
Ramond is likely a variant of Raymond, which means 'wise protector' or 'advice protection' from Germanic roots. However, its exact meaning is uncertain.
Is Ramond a popular name today?
Ramond is extremely rare. It was first recorded in the U.S. in 1901 (ranked #2004 that year), and has not appeared in the top 1000 since. There has been no notable resurgence.
Is Ramond a boy's or girl's name?
Ramond is predominantly used as a masculine name.