Holding steady.
Popularity of Raymonda since 1925
Babies named Raymonda per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 6 |
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 54 |
| 1950s | 26 |
| 1960s | 25 |
| 1970s | 39 |
| 1980s | 12 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Raymonda is the feminine counterpart of Raymond, a name with Germanic roots meaning 'wise protector'. First recorded in the United States in 1925, Raymonda saw its peak usage in 1942 during the mid-20th century. Despite its strong etymology and familiar base, the name has never achieved widespread popularity. In the decades following its peak, usage declined sharply, and by 2025 the name remained exceedingly rare, with no rank in the national statistics. The trajectory for Raymonda has been stable at very low levels for decades, indicating it is a name chosen by parents seeking a vintage yet uncommon option. Unlike names that have seen revivals, Raymonda has not experienced a resurgence.
Raymonda is the feminine form of Raymond, derived from the Germanic elements 'ragin' meaning 'advice' or 'counsel' and 'mund' meaning 'protector'. The name Raymond was introduced to England by the Normans after the Conquest of 1066. Raymonda appears as a rare feminization, occasionally used in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ray, Monda, Raymie
Sibling names for Raymonda
Names that share Raymonda's style, for a brother or sister.
