Raimond

Raimond is a masculine given name. It is a variant of Raymond used in several European language communities. The name traces back to the Old High German name Raginwald (or Raginmund), composed of elements meaning counsel and protection, or power. The resulting meaning is commonly rendered as “wise protector” or “protecting counsel.”

The spelling Raimond appears in various traditions, and in Latvian the standard form is Raimonds. In English contexts the closest form is Raymond, while related forms exist in other languages, such as Raimondo in Italian and Raimund in German.

In modern usage the name is most commonly found in European regions with historical ties to the Raymond lineage. It remains a recognized given name in Latvia and other parts of Europe, though its popularity varies by country and era.

Notable people with the name include Raimond Gaita (born 1946), an Australian philosopher known for works on moral philosophy and the book The Philosopher’s Dog.

See also: Raimund, Raimondo, Raymond, Raimon.