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Remigio

Boy name · Mexican

Meaningoarsman · Latin

Remigio is a Mexican boy name meaning “oarsman”, with Latin roots. Names from Latin have been passed down since Roman times and still feel polished and timeless. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.

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  • Hidden namesLook closely: Remigio has the name Remi hiding inside it.
  • GenerationRemigio peaked in 1910, which makes it a Greatest Generation name, think great-grandparents.
  • Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Remigio would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 344,828 baby boys got the name in 2025.
  • HistoryRemigio first shows up in US birth records in 1910, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 115 years since.
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US births per million boys, 1910–2025

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Remigio

Remigio is a boy name of Mexican origin meaning “oarsman”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It was most fashionable in the 1910s, which gives it a vintage, grandparent-chic charm. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.

Origin:Mexican names

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Questions about the name Remigio

What does the name Remigio mean?

Remigio means “oarsman” and comes from Latin. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Remi (“oarsman”) and Remy (“oarsman”).

What is the origin of the name Remigio?

Remigio is Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Latin. Other Mexican names to consider are Liam (“resolute protector”), Oliver (“olive tree”), Mateo (“gift of God”) and Lucas (“man from Lucania”).

Is Remigio a boy or girl name?

Remigio is a boy name. In 2025, 5 US boys were named Remigio.

How popular is the name Remigio?

Remigio ranked #12,008 for US boys in 2025, given to 5 babies. Its best year was 1910, when it reached #1,421. Over the last five years it has slipped 1,403 places.

What names are similar to Remigio?

If you like Remigio, you might also like Remi and Remy.

What should I know before naming my baby Remigio?

Remigio is a Mexican boy name meaning “oarsman”, with Latin roots. Names from Latin have been passed down since Roman times and still feel polished and timeless. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.