Roman: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ro-hma-hn
Origin: Italy
gender-male

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Updated on Aug 14, 2024 · 2 mins read
Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: From Rome

The name Roman is a masculine given name that originates from the Roman Empire, specifically from Latin. It means "from Rome" or "belonging to the Roman/Byzantine Empire" and is derived from the name of the city of Rome. The name has its roots in the Latin word "Romanus," which means "citizen of Rome". In its initial sense, the title "Roman" denotes a member of the Roman Empire or someone who identifies with Roman or Byzantine culture. The name Roman has been borne by several early saints, including a 7th-century bishop of Rouen, as well as medieval rulers of Bulgaria, Kyiv, and Moldavia. The origins of the people who became the first Romans are clearer, as they were composed mainly of Latin-speaking Italic people, known as the Latins. The myths surrounding Rome's foundation combined several different stories, including the origins of the Latin people under a king by the name Latinus, Evander of Pallantium, who was said to have brought Greek culture to Italy, and a myth of Trojan origin through the heroic figure Aeneas. The actual mythical founder of the city, Romulus, is also an important part of the Roman identity. The meaning of Roman in Hindi is "Warrior," while in Punjabi, it means "Powerful and United".

Roman Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Roman is currently #276 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Roman is currently #276 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Roman is currently #273 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Roman is currently #273 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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Famous People Named Roman

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Roman, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Roman Polanski: Roman Polanski is a French-Polish film director, producer, writer, and actor known for his films "Rosemary's Baby," "Chinatown," and "The Pianist."
  • Roman Reigns: Roman Reigns, born Leati Joseph Anoa'i, is an American professional wrestler and former professional football player, known for his career in WWE.
  • Roman Coppola: Roman Coppola is an American director, producer, and screenwriter known for his work on films like "Moonrise Kingdom" and "The Darjeeling Limited."
  • Roman Gabriel: Roman Gabriel is a former American football quarterback who played in the NFL for the Los Angeles Rams and Philadelphia Eagles.

 

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