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Ethan 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

Ethan Rank #19
Roman Rank #52

Ethan is more popular, ranked #19 vs #52 for Roman.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethan or Roman more popular?

Ethan is more popular, ranked #19 compared to Roman at #52 in the United States.

What do Ethan and Roman mean?

Ethan means "permanent, long-lived" (Hebrew origin). Roman means "citizen of Rome, Roman" (Latin origin).

Are Ethan and Roman boy or girl names?

Ethan is primarily a boy name. Roman is primarily a boy name.

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