"oarsman"
Remie
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A chic French name with a storied ancient past
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Meaning & Origin
"from the city of Rheims"
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Remie is a variant spelling of the French name Remi (also spelled Remy), derived from the Latin Remigius, meaning 'oarsman' or one who rows. The name traces its prominence to Saint Remigius (Saint Remi), the bishop of Reims who in 496 AD baptized Clovis I, the first king of the Franks to convert to Christianity. This single act effectively shaped French national and religious identity for centuries.
Remy and Remi have risen sharply as gender-neutral names in the US and UK during the 2010s, appealing to parents who want something short, chic, and Franco-inflected. The 2007 Pixar film Ratatouille made the name irresistibly lovable for a generation. The '-ie' spelling adds a softer feminine touch.
In France, Saint Remi is a pivotal figure in national history whose baptism of Clovis I laid the spiritual foundation for the French monarchy. The city of Reims, famous for its Gothic cathedral and champagne production, is the traditional coronation site for French kings, all connected to the saint's legacy.
Historical Record
Remie first appeared in US Social Security records in 1997.
Over 529 babies have been named Remie in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Remie is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #4,876 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Saint Remi's baptism of Clovis I in 496 AD is considered one of the most consequential events in French history
- Remy is the name of the culinary genius rat in Pixar's beloved film Ratatouille (2007)
- The city of Reims, where French kings were traditionally crowned, bears a name connected to Saint Remigius
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Famous People Named Remie
Remi Wolf
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1995
American indie pop singer-songwriter known for his eclectic, genre-blending musical style
Saint Remigius
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5th-century bishop of Reims who baptized Clovis I, king of the Franks, shaping French Catholic identity and history
Remy Fictional
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The culinary genius rat and protagonist of Pixar's Ratatouille (2007), who dreams of becoming a great chef in Paris
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,876
- Total SSA Count
- 28
- Cultural Origins
- French American Belgian British
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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About the Name Remie
Remie is a girl name with French, American, Belgian, and British origins . The name means "oarsman" in Latin .
Is Remie a boy or girl name? Remie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #4,876 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #24,614. Remie is more commonly used as a girl name.
Remie is currently ranked #4,876 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Remie has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Remie include Rem. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Remie include Remi, Remington . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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