"settlement of the raven's people; raven-town"
Origin: Old English
Language: English
Remington
Pronunciation: [ r-EHM-ihngt-uhn ]
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- Associated with Remington firearms — a positive for some families, a negative for others depending on views on gun culture
The Story of Remington
Remington derives from an Old English place name and surname, from hremm (raven) combined with ing (people of) and tun (settlement or town), roughly meaning settlement of the raven's people. It has been an English surname for centuries and became widely known through Remington Arms (est. 1816) and Remington typewriters — two quintessentially American brands.
Remington's rise as a first name began with the TV show Remington Steele (1982-1987), which gave the name a dashing, sophisticated image through Pierce Brosnan's character. It surged further in the 2000s-2010s as parents sought strong, distinctive surname-first-names. The nickname Remi/Remy makes it versatile across genders.
The Remington name is embedded in American culture through Remington Arms (one of the oldest US firearm manufacturers) and Remington typewriters. Frederic Remington's paintings of the American West are iconic in art history. These associations give the name a rugged, frontier character.
Historical Record
Remington first appeared in US Social Security records in 1955.
Over 22,860 babies have been named Remington in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Remington is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #287 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Remington Arms, founded in 1816, is the oldest continuously operating firearms manufacturer in the United States
- Remington Steele (1982-1987) helped launch Pierce Brosnan's career
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Famous People Named Remington
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Frederic Remington
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1861
American artist famous for paintings and sculptures of the American Old West
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Remington Steele Fictional
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Fictional suave detective protagonist of the TV series Remington Steele (1982-1987), played by Pierce Brosnan
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #287
- Total SSA Count
- 1,169
- Cultural Origins
- American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Remi
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Remy
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Frequently Asked Questions About Remington
What does the name Remington mean?
"settlement of the raven's people; raven-town" (from Old English). Remington derives from an Old English place name and surname, from hremm (raven) combined with ing (people of) and tun (settlement or town), roughly meaning settlement of the raven's people. It has been an English surname for centuries and became widely known through Remington Arms (est. 1816) and Remington typewriters — two quintessentially American brands.
What is the origin of the name Remington?
Remington has Old English, American, and English origins. In Old English, it means "settlement of the raven's people; raven-town".
Is Remington a boy or girl name?
Remington is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #287. As a girl name, it is ranked #518. 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 #287 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Remington?
Common nicknames for Remington include Remi, Rem, and Remy.
What are good middle names for Remington?
Popular middle name pairings include Remington James, Remington Cole, Remington Lee, Remington Scott, Remington Grant, Remington Blake, and Remington Reid.
What are good sibling names for Remington?
Names that pair well with Remington as siblings include Paxton, Hudson, Maverick, Sawyer, Emerson, Sloane, Addison, and Hadley.
How many syllables does Remington have?
Remington has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Remington a common or rare name?
Remington is a popular name, ranked #287 for boys. It is well-known without being overused.
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About the Name Remington
Remington is a boy name with American and English origins . The name means "settlement of the raven's people; raven-town" in Old English .
Is Remington a boy or girl name? Remington is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #287 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #518. Remington is more commonly used as a boy name.
Remington is currently ranked #287 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Remington has 4 syllables and is pronounced r-EHM-ihngt-uhn, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Remington include Remi, Rem, and Remy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Remington include Remi, Remiel . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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