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Jonathan 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

Jonathan Rank #83
Roman Rank #52

Roman is more popular, ranked #52 vs #83 for Jonathan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jonathan or Roman more popular?

Roman is more popular, ranked #52 compared to Jonathan at #83 in the United States.

What do Jonathan and Roman mean?

Jonathan means "God has given" (Hebrew (Yehonatan) origin). Roman means "citizen of Rome, Roman" (Latin origin).

Are Jonathan and Roman boy or girl names?

Jonathan is primarily a boy name. Roman is primarily a boy name.

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