"raven estate"
Origin: Old English
Language: English
Remington
Pronunciation: [ r-EHM-ihngt-uhn ]
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Meaning & Origin
"settlement of ravens"
Origin: Anglo-Saxon
Language: English
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- Associated with Remington Arms firearms company
The Story of Remington
Remington is an English place-name surname derived from Old English elements: 'hremm' (raven) and 'ing' (people of) combined with 'tun' (settlement, estate), originally meaning 'the estate of Hremi's people' or 'settlement by the ravens.' As a given name for girls, it emerged from the American trend of adopting aristocratic English surnames, following names like Harper, Emerson, and Sutton.
Remington surged as a girl's name in the 2010s as part of the surname-style name trend. The nickname Remi gives it a soft, French feel that contrasts with the name's rugged associations, making it versatile.
Remington represents the American fascination with English-heritage surname names. As a girl's name, it reflects the ongoing shift toward traditionally masculine names for girls, following names like James, Elliott, and Hunter.
Historical Record
Remington first appeared in US Social Security records in 1988.
Over 9,534 babies have been named Remington in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Remington is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #518 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Remington Arms Company, founded in 1816, is one of the oldest continuously operating manufacturers in the US
- The TV show Remington Steele (1982-1987) starring Pierce Brosnan helped popularize the name
Remington in Other Languages
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Remington
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Remi/Remy
Popularity Over Time
#518
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Frederic Remington
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1861
American sculptor and painter renowned for his iconic depictions of the American West and cowboy life
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Remington Steele Fictional
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Fictional detective in the 1980s TV series played by Pierce Brosnan
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #518
- Total SSA Count
- 593
- Cultural Origins
- American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Remi
Remy
Rem
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Frequently Asked Questions About Remington
What does the name Remington mean?
"raven estate" (from Old English). "settlement of ravens" (from Anglo-Saxon). Remington is an English place-name surname derived from Old English elements: 'hremm' (raven) and 'ing' (people of) combined with 'tun' (settlement, estate), originally meaning 'the estate of Hremi's people' or 'settlement by the ravens.' As a given name for girls, it emerged from the American trend of adopting aristocratic English surnames, following names like Harper, Emerson, and Sutton.
What is the origin of the name Remington?
Remington has Old English, Anglo-Saxon, American, and English origins. In Old English, it means "raven estate". In Anglo-Saxon, it means "settlement of ravens".
Is Remington a boy or girl name?
Remington is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #518. As a boy name, it is ranked #287. Remington is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Remington?
Remington is pronounced r-EHM-ihngt-uhn.
How popular is the name Remington?
Remington is currently ranked #518 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Remington?
Common nicknames for Remington include Remi, Remy, and Rem.
What are good middle names for Remington?
Popular middle name pairings include Remington Rose, Remington Grace, Remington Jane, Remington Lee, Remington Leigh, Remington Ann, and Remington Claire.
What are good sibling names for Remington?
Names that pair well with Remington as siblings include Harlow, Grayson, Sutton, Emerson, Addison, Hudson, and Piper.
How many syllables does Remington have?
Remington has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Remington a common or rare name?
Remington is moderately common, ranked #518 for girls in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
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About the Name Remington
Remington is a girl name with American and English origins . The name means "raven estate" in Old English .
Is Remington a boy or girl name? Remington is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #518 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #287. Remington is more commonly used as a boy name.
Remington is currently ranked #518 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Remington has 3 syllables and is pronounced r-EHM-ihngt-uhn, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Remington include Remi, Remy, and Rem. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Remington include Remi, Remie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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