Declining since 1985, #4,249 for boys today.
Popularity of Ramone since 1956
Babies named Ramone per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 13 |
| 1960s | 85 |
| 1970s | 391 |
| 1980s | 634 |
| 1990s | 498 |
| 2000s | 371 |
| 2010s | 332 |
| 2020s | 106 |
Meaning & origin
Ramone is a rare masculine given name with Spanish origins, acting as a variant of the more common Ramón. It first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1956, and its peak popularity came in 1984, when it ranked 4249th. Since 1985, usage has been steadily falling, reflecting a broader trend away from this style of name. In 2025, the name was given to roughly 1 in every 71,170 boys, placing it far outside the top 1000. With no top states indicating a regional concentration, Ramone remains a distinctive choice, likely appealing to parents seeking a name with a familiar sound but an uncommon feel.
Ramone is a Spanish given name, likely a variant of Ramón, the Spanish form of Raymond. Raymond derives from the Germanic elements ragin 'advice, counsel' and mund 'protection', thus 'wise protector'. The name Ramone has been used in Spanish-speaking communities, though it remains uncommon. It may also have been influenced by the Italian surname Ramone, itself a variant of Ramo or Raimondo.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ramon, Mono
Sibling names for Ramone
Names that share Ramone's style, for a brother or sister.
