Remy

Remy derives from the Latin name Remigius, meaning "oarsman" or "rower," rooted in the Latin word remigare. Saint Remigius was a fifth-century bishop who baptized Clovis I, making the name significant in French Catholic tradition. It evolved through French as Rémi, and its modern English form Remy carries that Continental sophistication while feeling perfectly at home in an American home.

Remy ranks #114 among America's most popular pet names and has been climbing steadily, buoyed in large part by a small animated rat who made the name unforgettable. The Pixar film Ratatouille gave this name a whimsical, culinary-curious energy that owners clearly loved. Beyond the movie connection, Remy has a sleek, gender-neutral quality that appeals to owners who want something distinctive without being strange. It is short, memorable, and just a little bit French — which never hurts.