Holding steady.
Popularity of Remer since 1913
Babies named Remer per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 38 |
| 1920s | 37 |
| 1930s | 20 |
| 1940s | 7 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 6 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Remer is a rare given name, first recorded in the United States in 1913. Despite being over a century old, it has never reached a rank in the top 1000 names and remains an uncommon choice. Its peak year of usage was 1913, the same year it first appeared, indicating a very limited adoption. The trajectory of Remer's usage is stable but minimal, with no significant increase over time. Given its obscurity and lack of data from top states, Remer represents a unique option for parents seeking an uncommon name with a timeless sound but without a well-documented history or meaning.
Remer is a rare given name of uncertain etymology, possibly a transferred use of the German or English surname Remer, which itself may derive from a variant of Romer (meaning 'fame' or 'glory' in Germanic roots) or from an occupational name for a bell-ringer or a 'remembrancer'. It has been used sporadically in the United States since the early 20th century, with its highest recorded use in 1913, but never achieved widespread popularity.
Sibling names for Remer
Names that share Remer's style, for a brother or sister.
