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Ivan vs Romeo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ivan

Boy #153 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew (via Slavic)

Cultural Roots

Russian Ukrainian Croatian Spanish Bulgarian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#153
Total SSA Count
2,340
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ivan Rank #153
Romeo Rank #283

Ivan is more popular, ranked #153 vs #283 for Romeo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ivan or Romeo more popular?

Ivan is more popular, ranked #153 compared to Romeo at #283 in the United States.

What do Ivan and Romeo mean?

Ivan means "God is gracious" (Hebrew (via Slavic) origin). Romeo means "pilgrim to Rome; from Rome" (Italian/Latin origin).

Are Ivan and Romeo boy or girl names?

Ivan is primarily a boy name. Romeo is primarily a boy name.

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