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Roman vs Elijah

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
Elijah Rank #8

Elijah is more popular, ranked #8 vs #52 for Roman.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roman or Elijah more popular?

Elijah is more popular, ranked #8 compared to Roman at #52 in the United States.

What do Roman and Elijah mean?

Roman means "citizen of Rome, Roman" (Latin origin). Elijah means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Roman and Elijah boy or girl names?

Roman is primarily a boy name. Elijah is primarily a boy name.

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