Roman vs Theodore

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
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #52 for Roman.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roman or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Roman at #52 in the United States.

What do Roman and Theodore mean?

Roman means "citizen of Rome, Roman" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Roman and Theodore boy or girl names?

Roman is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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