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Rhemi

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Pronounced REM-ee /ˈrɛm.i/High

Meaning: A spelling of Remi/Remy — from the Latin remex, 'an oarsman'; also linked to Rheims (the French city); used for both sexes; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: An oarsman: Rhemi spells Remi. Sweet, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes.
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Origin LowFrench
MeaningA spelling of Remi/Remy — from the Latin remex, 'an oarsman'; also linked to Rheims (the French city); used for both sexes; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#9969 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births10 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2016
Total births (all-time)≈ 219

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201620092025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Rhemi is a spelling of Remi/Remy — from the Latin remex, 'an oarsman'; also linked to Rheims (the French city; routes layered, which we note). Used for both sexes, here for a girl (slug distinguished; said 'REM-ee').

In the U.S. it appears for both sexes. Rare in this form, an-oarsman at the root, and sweet.

Did you know? Remi means 'an oarsman' (from the Latin remex) — Rhemi is a spelling, sweet and modern, used for both sexes (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'REM-ee').
Overall data confidence 30%
References — Remi — unisex; routes layered

Variations

RemiRemyRemmi

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Rhemi mean?

Rhemi spells Remi — Latin 'an oarsman' (also linked to Rheims); used for both sexes; here for a girl. The routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Rhemi?

It's said REM-ee /ˈrɛm.i/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Rhemi a boy or girl name?

Rhemi is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Rhemi?

Rhemi is a very rare spelling in the U.S.

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