Alma vs Romy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Romy

Girl #926 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dew of the sea (rosemary)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

German French Dutch Austrian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#926
Total SSA Count
285
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Rom

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Alma Rank #472
Romy Rank #926

Alma is more popular, ranked #472 vs #926 for Romy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alma ___

  • Alma Rose
  • Alma Jean
  • Alma Mae
  • Alma Claire
  • Alma Louise
  • Alma Frances

Romy ___

  • Romy Elise
  • Romy Claire
  • Romy Jane
  • Romy Louise
  • Romy Anne
  • Romy Violet

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Alma

Cora Vera Flora Hazel Nora

If you choose Romy

Cleo Milo Otto Lola Felix

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alma or Romy more popular?

Alma is more popular, ranked #472 compared to Romy at #926 in the United States.

What do Alma and Romy mean?

Alma means "nourishing, kind" (Latin origin). Romy means "dew of the sea (rosemary)" (Latin origin).

Are Alma and Romy boy or girl names?

Alma is primarily a girl name. Romy is primarily a girl name.

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