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Elijah vs Roman

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Roman

Boy #52 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"citizen of Rome, Roman"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Latin English Polish Russian French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#52
Total SSA Count
5,474
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Elijah Rank #8
Roman Rank #52

Elijah is more popular, ranked #8 vs #52 for Roman.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elijah or Roman more popular?

Elijah is more popular, ranked #8 compared to Roman at #52 in the United States.

What do Elijah and Roman mean?

Elijah means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin). Roman means "citizen of Rome, Roman" (Latin origin).

Are Elijah and Roman boy or girl names?

Elijah is primarily a boy name. Roman is primarily a boy name.

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