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Roman vs Adrian

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

Roman Rank #52
Adrian Rank #72

Roman is more popular, ranked #52 vs #72 for Adrian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roman or Adrian more popular?

Roman is more popular, ranked #52 compared to Adrian at #72 in the United States.

What do Roman and Adrian mean?

Roman means "citizen of Rome, Roman" (Latin origin). Adrian means "from Hadria, of the Adriatic" (Latin origin).

Are Roman and Adrian boy or girl names?

Roman is primarily a boy name. Adrian is primarily a boy name.

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