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UK boy's name

Ramez

Of Arabic origin, meaning "virile, bold" or "to shoot an arrow".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Ramez is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Ramez popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3937, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 4 births.

This profile covers 14 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 1996 to 2019. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 14 living people in the UK are called Ramez. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2020 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Ramez ranked #3937 for boys in England and Wales in 2019, with 4 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 1996, when 4 boys were registered as Ramez.
  • About 14 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ramez as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#3937

2019

Births in 2019

4

Latest year

Peak year

1996

4 births

Estimated living

14

2026

Meaning

What does Ramez mean?

The name Ramez has its origins in the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "ramiz," which means "symbol" or "sign." The name is believed to have been in use since ancient times in the Middle East and North Africa.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Ramez can be found in the writings of the renowned Arab philosopher and scholar, Avicenna (980-1037 CE). He used the term "ramiz" to refer to symbolic and allegorical meanings in his philosophical works.

In Islamic literature, the name Ramez is sometimes associated with the concept of divine signs and symbols found in the natural world and in religious texts, such as the Quran. Some scholars have interpreted certain verses as containing symbolic or allegorical meanings, referred to as "ramiz."

One of the earliest recorded individuals to bear the name Ramez was Ramez al-Mutanabbi (915-965 CE), a renowned Arab poet from modern-day Iraq. He was known for his eloquent and influential poetry, which often explored themes of love, valor, and the human condition.

Another notable figure with the name Ramez was Ramez Jemaleddine (1287-1368 CE), a Syrian mathematician and astronomer. He made significant contributions to the study of trigonometry and the development of astronomical instruments during the Islamic Golden Age.

In the 20th century, Ramez Galal (1919-1988) was an Egyptian actor and comedian who gained widespread popularity for his comedic roles in films and television shows. He is considered one of the most influential figures in the history of Egyptian cinema.

Ramez Naam (born 1966) is a contemporary American writer and computer scientist of Lebanese descent. He is known for his award-winning science fiction novels, which explore themes of technological innovation, artificial intelligence, and the future of humanity.

Ramez Qureshi (born 1982) is a British actor and television presenter of Pakistani descent. He has appeared in various television shows and films and is known for his work in promoting diversity and representation in the entertainment industry.

Throughout history, the name Ramez has been associated with scholars, artists, and intellectuals, reflecting its connection to symbolism, knowledge, and creativity. While its origins are rooted in the Arabic language and culture, the name has transcended borders and has been embraced by individuals from various backgrounds and regions.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Ramez over time

The chart below shows babies named Ramez registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2019. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Ramez, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2019, compared with 4 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Ramez
01234199620072019

Decades

Ramez by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ramez was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2010s #3937 4 1
2000s #3225 3 1
1990s #2629 7 2

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FAQ

Ramez: questions and answers

How popular is the name Ramez in the UK right now?

In 2019, Ramez was ranked #3937 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.

When was Ramez most popular?

The peak year on record was 1996, with 4 babies registered as Ramez in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Ramez?

Of Arabic origin, meaning "virile, bold" or "to shoot an arrow".

How many people are called Ramez in the UK?

A total of 14 babies have been registered as Ramez across the 4 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.