Holding steady, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Remo since 1913
Babies named Remo per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 112 |
| 1920s | 239 |
| 1930s | 160 |
| 1940s | 38 |
| 1950s | 95 |
| 1960s | 95 |
| 1970s | 69 |
| 1980s | 60 |
| 1990s | 18 |
| 2000s | 27 |
| 2010s | 66 |
| 2020s | 34 |
Meaning & origin
Remo is a rare Italian name with ancient Roman roots. First recorded in the United States in 1913, it reached its peak popularity in 1932, when it ranked among the top few thousand names. Since then, its usage has declined, and as of 2025, it ranks 12,008th, with only about 1 in 341,615 newborn boys receiving the name. Remo has maintained a stable trajectory over the past few decades, never experiencing a revival. The name has not been associated with any top states, indicating its scattered use across the country. Remo remains a distinctive choice, carrying the weight of Roman legend without being common in modern times.
Remo is the Italian form of the Latin name Remus. In Roman mythology, Remus was the twin brother of Romulus, with whom he founded the city of Rome. The name's meaning is debated; it may derive from an Etruscan root or from Latin 'remus' meaning 'oar'. Remo has been used in Italy since the Renaissance and gained some international recognition in the 20th century.
Sibling names for Remo
Names that share Remo's style, for a brother or sister.
