Remigius

The first name Remigius has its roots in Latin. It is literally translated as 'the rower.' Another meaning, prevalent in early Christianity, is 'the healing herb,' which serves the salvation of the soul.

What does the name Remigius mean?

Remigius, a male first name of Latin origin, translates to 'the rower.' An alternative interpretation found in early Christianity is 'the healing herb,' which contributes to the salvation of the soul. The name derives from the Latin word rēmex or rĕmĭgo, meaning 'the rower' and 'to row.' It can also be derived from the term rĕmĕdĭum or remedius, meaning 'remedy,' 'healing herb,' or 'medicine.' In the Middle Ages, the name gained popularity through the veneration of Saint Remigius, a bishop of Reims. This Frankish saint came from a noble Gallic-Roman family and lived in the 5th and 6th centuries. Under his leadership, the Christianization of France was advanced. Variants of the name include Remigiusz, Remigio, Remigiu, Remigijus, Remi, Remy, Rhemy, Remedius, Romedius, Romed, Romedio, and Romegius. Female forms of the name are Remigia and Remigija. Additionally, the name also exists as a surname.

Where does the name Remigius come from?

Remigius is a male first name with Latin roots, meaning 'the rower.' The Latin

How do you pronounce Remigius?

Remigius has a sonorous and melodic character and consists of four syllables. It is pronounced as 'Re-mi-gi-us' [ʁeˈmiːɡi̯ʊs], with the long 'i' in the stressed syllable giving the sound a special brilliance and elegance. The gentle vowel sequence at the end ensures a flowing sound without hard endings. Remigius radiates a cultivated and classical note – a name with a clear syllable structure, melodic expansiveness, and dignified presence.

When is the name day of Remigius?

The name day for Remigius is celebrated on January 13 and October 1.

Popularity

In Germany, Remigius is a rather rare first name. In 2015, it ranked 3,972nd in the list of the most common male first names. Its best ranking was in 2010, at 2,204th place. In the last ten years, Remigius has been used as a first name fewer than 10 times, placing it 8,008th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 6,325th.

Nicknames & pet names

Rem / Remi

Famous people

• Brother Remigius (fictional character from 'The Pillars of the Earth' by Ken Follett)
• Carl Remigius Fresenius (American chemist)
• Remigius Bäumer (German theologian)
• Remigius Chmurzynski (German theologian)
• Remigius Elert (German football player)
• Remigius Geyling (Austrian painter)
• Remigius Kleesatel (German writer)
• Remigius Machura (athlete from the Czech Republic)
• Remigius Maria Paul Inchananiyil (Indian bishop)
• Remigius Netzer (German painter)