Rami Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rami is an Arabic name meaning 'archer', derived from the verb 'ramā' which signifies action and skill. The name has evolved through various forms and gained popularity in Arabic-speaking regions, particularly in the 20th century. It carries connotations of strength and is positively perceived today. The name does not have a biblical background, but it is associated with notable figures in contemporary culture.
The name Rami is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Rami has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Rami' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7552nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3101st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1503rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1662nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1525th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7405th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11664th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18749th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20416th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rami' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rami"
Pronunciation
/ˈræmi/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Rami is derived from the Arabic verb 'ramā' which means 'to throw' or 'to shoot'. It is often associated with archery or the act of throwing.
Meaning
archer
Language Evolution
Rami, Rame, Ram
Historical Usage
The name Rami has gained popularity in the Arab world and among Arabic-speaking communities, particularly in the 20th century, due to its positive connotations and its use in popular culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Ramez, Ramin, Ramiro
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Rami is viewed positively, often associated with strength and skillfulness. It remains a common name in many Arabic-speaking countries.
Famous People
Rami Malek, Rami Said, Rami Khalaf
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rami"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Rami"
"Rami" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7552nd of 7552 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3101st of 10718 | 171 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1503rd of 16616 | 854 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1662nd of 24088 | 1,303 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1525th of 23106 | 1,357 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7405th of 19264 | 88 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11664th of 27321 | 72 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 18749th of 35406 | 47 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 20416th of 30306 | 24 |
Regional Popularity of "Rami" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
48.21% 1679th/3483 |
- |
45.99% 1860th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
30.85% 1137th/3685 |
28.11% 1258th/4475 |
38.83% 2017th/5194 |
19.85% 1254th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
28.59% 1310th/4582 |
27.56% 1423rd/5164 |
26.43% 1933rd/7313 |
18.32% 1367th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
32.48% 1294th/3984 |
27.50% 1234th/4487 |
23.42% 1598th/6822 |
22.04% 1383rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Rami" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rami"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rami" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.