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Ramy

Boy name · 4 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Ramy: 4 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 4 births in 2020.

Rooted in Arabic, Ramy is a masculine name meaning "archer" or "one who throws," drawn from the verb *rama*. While not historically common in Scotland, it has gained modern recognition through **Ramy Youssef**, the Emmy-winning American comedian, writer, and star of the acclaimed series *Ramy*, which explores identity and faith. The name shares its linguistic root with the Arabic term for "spear-throwing" or "marksmanship," imagery of precision and focus. A notable variant is **Rami**, used widely across the Middle East and Europe—Rami Malek, the Oscar-winning actor, is perhaps its most famous bearer. Though no specific Scottish place carries the name, for parents drawn to short, strong, and globally resonant names, Ramy offers a fresh, understated choice that bridges cultures with ease.

Boy 1 of 52 years

Peak year
20204 babies
Latest (2020)
#5994 babies
Total births
4since 2020
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2020 · 4
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).