Declining since 2022.
Popularity of Remedios since 1923
Babies named Remedios per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 37 |
| 1930s | 12 |
| 1940s | 12 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 6 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 11 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 10 |
Meaning & origin
Remedios is a Spanish devotional name tied to the Virgin Mary, specifically the title 'Our Lady of Remedies' (Nuestra Señora de los Remedios). It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1923, and its highest usage occurred in 1928, when it reached its peak year. Since 2022, the name's trajectory has been falling, making it a rare choice in contemporary America. The name never ranked in the top 1000 nationally and is most commonly found in communities with Spanish heritage. Remedios belongs to a class of Spanish feminine names that invoke religious concepts, such as Dolores, Milagros, and Consuelo. Its limited U.S. use gives it a distinctive, traditional feel that is especially meaningful to families with ties to the Hispanic Catholic tradition.
Remedios is a Spanish name derived from the Marian title Nuestra Señora de los Remedios (Our Lady of Remedies). It is a devotional name particularly popular in Spanish-speaking countries, often given to girls born after prayers for healing or relief. The name first appeared in U.S. records in the 1920s, reflecting immigration from Latin America.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Reme, Medy, Remi
Variants: Remedio
Sibling names for Remedios
Names that share Remedios's style, for a brother or sister.
