Remedios

“remedy” — Associated with health and healing

Spain origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#17073US 2023

5Births / yr

↑Rising

94All-time births

📅 Since 192300

How to pronounce Remedios

REM·ED·EYE·ohs

/ˈrɛm.ˈɛd.ˈaɪ.oʊs/ · stress on REM · 4 syllables

“remedy”

Associated with health and healing · Spain origin

What does Remedios mean and where does it come from?

Remedios is a name of Spanish origin derived from the word 'remedio,' meaning 'remedy' or 'cure.' It is often associated with health and healing. The name has significant cultural relevance in Spanish-speaking countries and is also connected to the Virgin of Remedios, a figure of reverence in certai

Cultural significance

Remedios has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spain-speaking communities, where it reflects values of remedy.

Peak popularity

Reached #2765 in 1928 — currently #17073 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Remedios?

Remedios works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Remedios Grace

How popular is Remedios right now?

Rising fast — up 66 spots — currently #17073 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1930–2023#17073 · Top 13%

1930

2000

2015

2021

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#17073	5	▲ up 66
2021	#17139	5	▼ down 482
2015	#16657	5	▼ down 3301 · -17% births
2000	#13356	6	▼ down 9335 · -14% births
1930	#4021	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Remedios

Best Year1930Rank #4021

Peak Count7

Average Rank#13649

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1930 - 20235 years

The story of Remedios

Remedios entered American naming records in 1923 and has been in use for over 101 years. With 94 total births recorded, Remedios remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4021 in 1930, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #17073 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Remedios in 1928:

Mary Betty Dorothy Helen Margaret

Remedios by decade

Remedios peaked in the 1920s. See all 1920s names →

Decade	Births
1920s ★	37
1930s	12
1940s	12
1960s	6
1970s	5
1980s	6
2000s	11
2010s	5

💎Remedios has only 94 total recorded births since 1923 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Remedios?

Common

RemRemieRemyEdios

What names sound and feel like Remedios?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Remedios also consider these

Remedi

American · Healer, Remedy

Emilios

Germanic · A Germanic name

Spain · counselor, ruler

Refugia

Spain · refuge, shelter

Reinaliz

Spain · A modern variation

Reinalda

Spain · counsel power

How is Remedios written in other languages?

Remei

CATALAN

Common questions about the name Remedios

What does the name Remedios mean?

Remedios means "remedy" — a name rooted in Spain tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Remedios?

Remedios is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Remedios have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Remedios?

Remedios originates from Spain tradition. Spain names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Remedios?

Remedios is a four-syllable name pronounced R EH1 M EH1 D AY1 OW0 S. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Remedios?

Remedios pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Spain heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.