Raymond

Meaning of Raymond

Wise protector; mighty guardian

Raymond has Germanic roots — browse every Germanic baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Raymond

Raymond has cooled off, slipping to #395 in 2025, down from a peak of #162 in 2000.

Notable people named Raymond

• Raymond Burr
  Actor, Perry Mason star
• Ray Charles
  Legendary soul musician
• Raymond Chandler
  Crime fiction writer
• Raymond Felton
  Former NBA player
• Raymond Carver
  Short story writer, poet

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Questions about the name Raymond

What does the name Raymond mean?

Raymond means wise protector; mighty guardian, and it comes from Germanic origins.

Is Raymond a boy's or a girl's name?

Raymond is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Raymond?

In 2025, Raymond ranked #395 for boys, down from #379 the year before.

When was Raymond most popular?

Raymond peaked at #162 in 2000.