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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.
Names Like Roman
These names share Roman’s style, era or origin.
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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