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Jackson 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

Jackson Rank #35
Roman Rank #52

Jackson is more popular, ranked #35 vs #52 for Roman.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jackson or Roman more popular?

Jackson is more popular, ranked #35 compared to Roman at #52 in the United States.

What do Jackson and Roman mean?

Jackson means "son of Jack" (English patronymic surname origin). Roman means "citizen of Rome, Roman" (Latin origin).

Are Jackson and Roman boy or girl names?

Jackson is primarily a boy name. Roman is primarily a boy name.

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