Roman vs Tatum

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
Tatum Rank #195

Roman is more popular, ranked #52 vs #195 for Tatum.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roman or Tatum more popular?

Roman is more popular, ranked #52 compared to Tatum at #195 in the United States.

What do Roman and Tatum mean?

Roman means "citizen of Rome, Roman" (Latin origin). Tatum means "cheerful settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Roman and Tatum boy or girl names?

Roman is primarily a boy name. Tatum is primarily a boy name.

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