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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Roman citizen / pilgrim to Rome
- Origin
- Italian (from Greek Ῥωμαῖος)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ROH-mee-oh
Romeo is an Italian boy's name that traces back to the Greek Ῥωμαῖος, meaning "Roman citizen" or "pilgrim to Rome." It's pronounced ROH-mee-oh, and it carries a classic feel with a worldly edge — a name with real geographic and historical roots rather than an invented one. If you like names that literally point to a place and a journey, Romeo does exactly that.
Meaning & Origin of Romeo
Meaning: Roman citizen / pilgrim to Rome.
Origin: Italian (from Greek Ῥωμαῖος).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Romeo
ROH-mee-ohIPA /ˈroʊmioʊ/
Popularity of Romeo
SSA records from 1880 to 2024 show Romeo hitting its highest point on record in 2024, ranking #283 with 1,188 babies given the name that year.
Names Like Romeo
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FAQ
What does the name Romeo mean?
Roman citizen / pilgrim to Rome. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Romeo?
Romeo is pronounced ROH-mee-oh (IPA: /ˈroʊmioʊ/).
Is Romeo a popular name right now?
Romeo is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #283 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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