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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Belonging to or hailing from the city of Rome
- Origin
- Latin (via Old French)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ROH-mun
Roman is a boy's name with a clear, literal meaning: it refers to someone belonging to or hailing from the city of Rome. The name comes from Latin, passed into English by way of Old French, and it's pronounced ROH-mun. It fits squarely in the classic, timeless category of names.
Meaning & Origin of Roman
Meaning: Belonging to or hailing from the city of rome.
Origin: Latin (via Old French).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Roman
ROH-munIPA /ˈroʊmən/
Popularity of Roman
According to Social Security Administration data stretching back to 1882, Roman hit its highest point on record in 2024, ranking #52 with 5,474 boys given the name that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Roman mean?
Belonging to or hailing from the city of rome. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Roman?
Roman is pronounced ROH-mun (IPA: /ˈroʊmən/).
Is Roman a popular name right now?
Roman is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #52 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1882–2024.)
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