"wise protector"
Origin: Old High German Raginmund
Language: English
Reymond
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Meaning & Origin
"counsel + guardian"
Origin: Germanic (ragin + mund)
Language: German
"king + world (folk etymology)"
Origin: Spanish rey + mond
Language: Spanish
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The Story of Reymond
Reymond is a Spanish and Filipino spelling variant of the classic Germanic name Raymond, derived from the Old High German Raginmund, combining ragin (counsel, decision) and mund (protector, guardian). The name was brought to England by the Normans after 1066 and spread across Europe. The Rey- spelling is particularly common in Spanish-speaking countries and the Philippines.
Reymond is especially popular in the Philippines and Latin America, where the Spanish spelling tradition has been maintained. It offers parents a way to honor the classic Raymond while giving it a distinctly Hispanic flair.
Raymond has been a name of saints and nobility throughout European history. Saint Raymond of Peñafort was a 13th-century Spanish cardinal, and Raymond of Antioch was a key figure in the Crusades. The Rey- spelling connects the name to Spanish royal heritage, as rey means king in Spanish.
Historical Record
Reymond first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 645 babies have been named Reymond in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Reymond is past its peak , currently ranked #6,189 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Spanish prefix rey- means king, giving Reymond an unintended royal meaning
- Raymond/Reymond has been continuously used in Western Europe for over 900 years since the Norman Conquest
Reymond in Other Languages
French
Raymond
German
Raimund
English
Raymond
Italian
Raimondo
Spanish
Reymond/Raimundo
Popularity Over Time
#6,189
Current Rank
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Peaked 1962
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #6,189
- Total SSA Count
- 15
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Filipino French English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Rey
Ray
Mon
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Frequently Asked Questions About Reymond
What does the name Reymond mean?
"wise protector" (from Old High German Raginmund). "counsel + guardian" (from Germanic (ragin + mund)). "king + world (folk etymology)" (from Spanish rey + mond). Reymond is a Spanish and Filipino spelling variant of the classic Germanic name Raymond, derived from the Old High German Raginmund, combining ragin (counsel, decision) and mund (protector, guardian). The name was brought to England by the Normans after 1066 and spread across Europe. The Rey- spelling is particularly common in Spanish-speaking countries and the Philippines.
What is the origin of the name Reymond?
Reymond has Old High German Raginmund, Germanic (ragin + mund), Spanish rey + mond, Spanish, Filipino, French, and English origins. In Old High German Raginmund, it means "wise protector". In Germanic (ragin + mund), it means "counsel + guardian". In Spanish rey + mond, it means "king + world (folk etymology)".
Is Reymond a boy or girl name?
Reymond is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Reymond?
Reymond is currently ranked #6189 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Reymond?
Common nicknames for Reymond include Rey, Ray, and Mon.
What are good middle names for Reymond?
Popular middle name pairings include Reymond Cruz, Reymond Antonio, Reymond Miguel, Reymond Jose, Reymond Carlos, Reymond Luis, and Reymond David.
What are good sibling names for Reymond?
Names that pair well with Reymond as siblings include Ricardo, Eduardo, Fernando, Isabella, Sofia, and Carmen.
How many syllables does Reymond have?
Reymond has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Reymond a common or rare name?
Reymond is an uncommon name, ranked #6189 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Reymond?
Related spellings include Reymundo.
About the Name Reymond
Reymond is a boy name with Spanish, Filipino, French, and English origins . The name means "wise protector" in Old High German Raginmund .
Reymond is currently ranked #6,189 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Reymond has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Reymond include Rey, Ray, and Mon. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Reymond include Reymundo . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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