Boy name · Latin
Roman
“citizen of Rome”
Vibes
Common nicknames
Short-forms and diminutives parents often use for Roman.
Explore Roman further
Similar-feel alternatives, or middle-name candidates that pair well with Roman — both ranked by the same scoring system (vibe overlap, syllable rhythm, origin compatibility).
About the name
Roman means exactly what it says — "citizen of Rome" — from the Latin Romanus, carried by early saints and by centuries of Slavic and Western European use.
The name entered the American top 100 in the 2010s and holds eighty-ninth in 2024, part of the empire-revival wave (Atlas, Cassius, Augustus) but wearing its toga more casually.
Roman is a passport and a postcard in one: strong consonants, warm vowels, instant geography. It pairs well with soft middles (Roman Elias, Roman James). On our vibe map it is Modern Minimalist standing on Heirloom marble.
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Is Roman a boy or girl name?
Roman is traditionally a boy name of Latin origin. It ranked #42 among US boys' names in 2025.
What does the name Roman mean?
Roman means “citizen of Rome” of Latin origin. Roman means exactly what it says — "citizen of Rome" — from the Latin Romanus, carried by early saints and by centuries of Slavic and Western European use.
Where does the name Roman come from?
Roman is Latin in origin. The name entered the American top 100 in the 2010s and holds eighty-ninth in 2024, part of the empire-revival wave (Atlas, Cassius, Augustus) but wearing its toga more casually.
What are common nicknames for Roman?
Ro — the short-forms parents most often use for Roman.
How popular is Roman?
Roman ranked #42 in US Social Security Administration data for 2025, which puts it solidly in everyday use.
Bring the name into the room
A couple of nice things named Roman you might want for the nursery.