Ramirez
Germanic · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Ramirez
Ramirez is a Spanish patronymic surname meaning "son of Ramiro," derived from the Germanic elements "ragin" (advice/counsel) and "meri" (fame), combined with the suffix "-ez" denoting descent.
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Etymology
Ramirez is a Spanish patronymic surname meaning "son of Ramiro," derived from the Germanic elements "ragin" (advice/counsel) and "meri" (fame), combined with the suffix "-ez" denoting descent. The name is primarily used in Spanish-speaking cultures and regions, with historical roots in medieval Spain where patronymic naming conventions were standard practice.
Ramirez currently ranks #13,778 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1988.
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