Holding steady, #11,932 for girls today.
Popularity of Rema since 1907
Babies named Rema per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 14 |
| 1910s | 117 |
| 1920s | 157 |
| 1930s | 131 |
| 1940s | 77 |
| 1950s | 70 |
| 1960s | 88 |
| 1970s | 105 |
| 1980s | 137 |
| 1990s | 112 |
| 2000s | 66 |
| 2010s | 92 |
| 2020s | 41 |
Meaning & origin
Rema is a rare feminine name in the United States, first recorded in 1907. Its peak year was 1914, yet even then it was uncommon. In 2025, it ranked 11,932, with approximately 1 in 229,610 newborn girls receiving the name. The name has remained stable in usage, never achieving widespread popularity. Its origins are uncertain, possibly a variant of Rima or a modern coinage. Rema has no strong association with any particular U.S. state or famous bearers, making it a unique choice for parents seeking a distinctive name with a soft, melodic sound.
Rema may be a 20th-century coinage, possibly a variant of Rima (a name of Arabic or Spanish origin meaning 'white antelope') or a diminutive of names like Remona (a feminine form of Raymond). Its usage in the United States has been sporadic, appearing in records from the early 1900s with low frequency.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Rima, Remah
Sibling names for Rema
Names that share Rema's style, for a brother or sister.
