MallowbyNames

Remie

REH-mee · Of uncertain origin; possibly a diminutive or modern variant of names like Remington or Remy.

2025 rank (girls)
#3,975
Babies named in 2025
36
Peak popularity
2019
2025 frequency
1 in 44,646 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 1997

Rising since 1997, #3,975 for girls today.

Popularity of Remie since 1997

Babies named Remie per year in U.S. Social Security records.

142741200020102020Most births 2019Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1990s23
2000s80
2010s266
2020s196

Meaning & origin

Remie first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1997, a relatively recent addition to the American naming landscape. It reached its peak popularity in 2019, though it has remained a rare choice, with a rank of 3975 in 2024 and an incidence of roughly 1 in 44,646 newborns that year. The name's trajectory has been steadily rising since 1997, reflecting a broader trend toward modern, short, and unisex names ending in -ie. California, where the name is most common, accounted for the highest number of births. While its exact etymology is uncertain, Remie likely derives from the French Remy or the surname Remington, both of which have established histories. As a modern coinage, it carries a fresh, contemporary feel without deep historical roots.

Remie is a modern coinage that may have emerged as a nickname or shortened form of the surname Remington or the French-derived Remy. It has been used primarily in the United States since the late 20th century, gaining modest popularity in the 2010s. Its rise reflects a trend toward unisex, short names ending in -ie or -y.

Where Remie is most popular

Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Nicknames & variants

Variants: Remi, Remy, Remee

Sibling names for Remie

Names that share Remie's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Leah, Maya, Cora, Eva, Zoe

Brothers: Leo, Finn, Owen, Miles, Jasper

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Remie mean?
The meaning of Remie is uncertain; it may be a modern variant of Remy (from Latin 'remigius', meaning 'oarsman') or a diminutive of Remington.
How popular is the name Remie?
In 2024, Remie ranked 3975 in the United States, with about 1 in 44,646 newborns given the name. Its popularity has been rising since it first appeared in records in 1997.
Is Remie a boy or girl name?
Remie is used primarily as a girl's name, though it can be considered unisex. In recent years, it has been more common for girls.