Romy
Romy is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Dew of the sea; rose; or person from Rome.
Origin and history
Romy originated as a diminutive of Rosemarie, Rosemary, or Romina, combining Latin roots associated with the flower rose, dew, or Rome. While long established in European countries like Germany and France, it has seen a recent surge in popularity in the United States. Its modern usage bridges traditional roots with a sleek, contemporary feel.
Popularity in the United States
3,298 babies in the United States have been named Romy since 1880. It ranks #3099 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1030.
States where it is most popular
- CA (39.7 %)
- NY (20 %)
- TX (7.4 %)
- FL (5.5 %)
- WA (3.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 316 |
| 1970-1980 | 188 |
| 1980-1990 | 90 |
| 1990-2000 | 175 |
| 2000-2010 | 420 |
| 2010-2019 | 769 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,335 |
Famous people named Romy
- Romy Schneider: Actress
- Romy Madley Croft: Musician, Singer
Fun facts
- The name gained widespread recognition across Europe through the acclaimed Austrian-born actress Romy Schneider.
- More than a third of all U.S. female births recorded with the name Romy since 1880 have occurred after 2020.