"place on a riverbank"
Origin: Old English
Language: English
Remmington
Pronunciation: [ r-EHM-ihngt-ihn ]
Boy Name
#5,633 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
3 Syllables
Rugged American character with Old English roots
American
English
Strong
Classic
Sophisticated
Bold
Meaning & Origin
Things to Know About This Name
- Remington is a well-known American firearms brand, which some parents may consider a negative association
The Story of Remmington
Remmington is a creative variant spelling of Remington, an English surname derived from a place name. It combines the Old English elements hremmōn (meaning raven) and tūn (meaning settlement, estate, or enclosure), thus meaning the raven estate or raven farm. The name became famous through Frederic Remington, the celebrated American artist who captured the spirit of the Old West in bronze and paint. As a given name, Remington entered American baby name culture through the surname-as-first-name trend popular since the 1990s.
Remington and its variant Remmington began appearing regularly in American baby name data in the 2000s, accelerating through the 2010s as parents sought strong, distinguished surname-style names. The name benefited from the popularity of the TV show Remington Steele and the enduring reputation of Frederic Remington.
Frederic Remington's iconic bronzes and paintings of cowboys, Native Americans, and cavalry soldiers made the Remington name synonymous with American Western heritage. The Remington Arms Company, founded in 1816, is one of America's oldest and most storied firearms manufacturers, adding rugged American frontier associations to the name.
Fun Facts
- Frederic Remington (1861-1909) created over 3,000 paintings and 22 bronze sculptures capturing the American West
- The Remington typewriter, introduced in 1873, was the first commercially successful typewriter in America
Remmington in Other Languages
French
Remington
German
Remington
English
Remington
Spanish
Remington
Popularity Over Time
#5,633
Current Rank
Rising
Trend
Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Remmington
F
Frederic Remington
Artist
1861
American painter, sculptor, and illustrator who captured the American West in iconic works
R
Remington Steele Fictional
Other
Fictional suave detective played by Pierce Brosnan in the 1980s TV series of the same name
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #5,633
- Total SSA Count
- 17
- Cultural Origins
- American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Rem
Remy
Remi
Pairs Well With
Remmington James
Remmington Cole
Remmington Lee
Remmington Grant
Remmington Blake
Remmington Scott
Sibling Names
Sibling Match
Premium
Check how Remmington fits with existing sibling names — style, sound, and origin.
Enter sibling names above to see compatibility.
Also a Girl Name
Remmington is also used as a girl name, ranked #11922.
View Remmington as a girl name →Similar Names
Compare Remmington with...
Same Origin Names (American)
Playground Safety
Kid-Friendly
Can't decide?
Start a tournament bracket with Remmington and other names you're considering.
Start a TournamentLike this name?
Check how Remmington sounds with your surname and test for potential nicknames.
Analyze This NameExplore More Generators
-
🧝
Fantasy Name Generator
Create names for D&D and RPG characters
-
🐾
Pet Name Generator
Find the perfect name for your furry friend
-
🎭
Character Name Generator
Names for fictional characters across genres
Frequently Asked Questions About Remmington
What does the name Remmington mean?
"place on a riverbank" (from Old English). Remmington is a creative variant spelling of Remington, an English surname derived from a place name. It combines the Old English elements hremmōn (meaning raven) and tūn (meaning settlement, estate, or enclosure), thus meaning the raven estate or raven farm. The name became famous through Frederic Remington, the celebrated American artist who captured the spirit of the Old West in bronze and paint. As a given name, Remington entered American baby name culture through the surname-as-first-name trend popular since the 1990s.
What is the origin of the name Remmington?
Remmington has Old English, American, and English origins. In Old English, it means "place on a riverbank".
Is Remmington a boy or girl name?
Remmington is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #5633. As a girl name, it is ranked #11922. Remmington is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Remmington?
Remmington is pronounced r-EHM-ihngt-ihn.
How popular is the name Remmington?
Remmington is currently ranked #5633 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Remmington?
Common nicknames for Remmington include Rem, Remy, and Remi.
What are good middle names for Remmington?
Popular middle name pairings include Remmington James, Remmington Cole, Remmington Lee, Remmington Grant, Remmington Blake, and Remmington Scott.
What are good sibling names for Remmington?
Names that pair well with Remmington as siblings include Sawyer, Greyson, Asher, Emerson, Sutton, and Hadley.
How many syllables does Remmington have?
Remmington has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Remmington a common or rare name?
Remmington is an uncommon name, ranked #5633 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Remmington
Remmington is a boy name with American and English origins . The name means "place on a riverbank" in Old English .
Is Remmington a boy or girl name? Remmington is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #5,633 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #11,922. Remmington is more commonly used as a boy name.
Remmington is currently ranked #5,633 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Remmington has 3 syllables and is pronounced r-EHM-ihngt-ihn, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Remmington include Rem, Remy, and Remi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Remmington include Remmy . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.