Roman
Roman is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Citizen of Rome or person from Rome.
Origin and history
Roman is a given name of Latin origin derived from 'Romanus', meaning 'citizen of Rome'. It has long been used across Europe and has experienced a notable surge in U.S. popularity in recent decades. The name balances ancient historical roots with a crisp, contemporary feel for boys.
Popularity in the United States
104,653 babies in the United States have been named Roman since 1880. It ranks #306 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #62.
States where it is most popular
- CA (17.6 %)
- TX (12.4 %)
- FL (4.8 %)
- PA (4.4 %)
- NY (4.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 76 |
| 1890-1900 | 135 |
| 1900-1910 | 265 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,794 |
| 1920-1930 | 2,352 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,289 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,115 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,646 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,797 |
| 1970-1980 | 3,346 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,947 |
| 1990-2000 | 6,787 |
| 2000-2010 | 14,730 |
| 2010-2019 | 35,105 |
| 2020-2029 | 30,269 |
Famous people named Roman
- Roman Reigns: Professional Wrestler
- Roman Polanski: Film Director, Screenwriter
- Roman Josi: Ice Hockey Player
Nicknames
Rome
Fun facts
- The original Latin form Romanus began as an ethnonym indicating residence in or citizenship of ancient Rome.
- Roman has seen a strong rise in U.S. usage, entering the top 100 male names in recent years.