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Roman vs Maxwell

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
Maxwell Rank #182

Roman is more popular, ranked #52 vs #182 for Maxwell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roman or Maxwell more popular?

Roman is more popular, ranked #52 compared to Maxwell at #182 in the United States.

What do Roman and Maxwell mean?

Roman means "citizen of Rome, Roman" (Latin origin). Maxwell means "Mack's spring, great stream" (Scottish origin).

Are Roman and Maxwell boy or girl names?

Roman is primarily a boy name. Maxwell is primarily a boy name.

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