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The name Ramsey has its roots in Old English, translating to 'island of the ram'. Its linguistic evolution includes forms like Rammesege and Ramesege, leading to the modern version. The name is often associated with strength and stability, with no significant biblical references. It gained popularity in the medieval period and became a common given name in the 19th and 20th centuries. Variants include Ramsay and Ramey, and it is currently viewed positively in contemporary society.

The name Ramsey is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South 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 declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ramsey has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, too falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ramsey' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2386th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2385th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1730th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1053rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1004th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1373rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1450th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7943rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4795th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3329th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2109th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ramsey' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.