Unknown; traditionally associated with the founder of Rome.
In Roman mythology, Remus and his twin brother Romulus were the founders of Rome, raised by a she-wolf. While the exact etymology is debated, it is often linked to the Latin 'remorari' meaning to linger or delay, or 'remus' meaning oar. The name has gained modern recognition through literary associations.
Less common today
Remus isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,802 in 2019.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Werewolf and professor at Hogwarts · Harry Potter series
Legendary twin brother of Romulus and co-founder of Rome
Fictional narrator of African-American folktales · Song of the South / Br'er Rabbit stories
