UK boy's name
Raymund
Derived from the Germanic elements 'ragin' meaning counsel and 'mund' meaning protection.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2003. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Raymund is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Raymund popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2003 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3467, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2003, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2003 to 2003. 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.
Raymund is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Raymund. 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 2004 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Raymund ranked #3467 for boys in England and Wales in 2003, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2003, when 3 boys were registered as Raymund.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Raymund as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3467
2003
Births in 2003
3
Latest year
Peak year
2003
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Raymund mean?
The name Raymund is derived from the Germanic elements "ragin" meaning counsel or advice, and "mund" meaning protection. It is a variant spelling of the name Raymond, which originated from the Old French form "Raimunt" or "Raimon". The name first appeared in the early medieval period and was initially used in regions associated with the Franks, such as modern-day France, Germany, and the Low Countries.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Raymund can be found in the chronicles of the 11th century, where it was mentioned as the name of a prominent figure in the First Crusade. Raymund IV of Toulouse (1042-1105) was a powerful nobleman who led the Provençal contingent and played a crucial role in the capture of Antioch and the siege of Jerusalem.
Another notable bearer of the name was Raymund of Penyafort (1175-1275), a Spanish friar who was canonized as a saint by the Roman Catholic Church. He is renowned for his contributions to canon law and his work in establishing the Mercedarian Order, dedicated to ransoming Christian captives from Muslim rulers.
In the 13th century, Raymund Lull (1232-1315), a Majorcan writer and philosopher, gained recognition for his pioneering work in the fields of logic, philosophy, and literature. He is also celebrated for his efforts in promoting interfaith dialogue and understanding between Christianity and Islam.
During the Renaissance period, Raymund of Sabunde (1385-1436), a Spanish philosopher and theologian, made significant contributions to the field of natural theology with his influential work "Theologia Naturalis".
In more recent history, Raymund Ferdinand Greindl (1834-1892) was an Austrian diplomat who served as the ambassador to Constantinople (present-day Istanbul) and played a crucial role in negotiating treaties and representing the interests of the Austro-Hungarian Empire in the Ottoman Empire.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who bore the name Raymund, reflecting its enduring presence across various cultures and time periods. The name has maintained its distinct character and cultural significance, making it a enduring part of the rich tapestry of human history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Raymund by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Raymund 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3467 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Raymund: questions and answers
How popular is the name Raymund in the UK right now?
In 2003, Raymund was ranked #3467 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Raymund most popular?
The peak year on record was 2003, with 3 babies registered as Raymund in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Raymund?
Derived from the Germanic elements 'ragin' meaning counsel and 'mund' meaning protection.
How many people are called Raymund in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Raymund across the 1 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.