Roman vs Arlo

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

Popularity Comparison

Roman Rank #52
Arlo Rank #146

Roman is more popular, ranked #52 vs #146 for Arlo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roman or Arlo more popular?

Roman is more popular, ranked #52 compared to Arlo at #146 in the United States.

What do Roman and Arlo mean?

Roman means "citizen of Rome, Roman" (Latin origin). Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin).

Are Roman and Arlo boy or girl names?

Roman is primarily a boy name. Arlo is primarily a boy name.

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