"from Rome, the Eternal City"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
Rome
Pronunciation: [ r-OHM ]
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"strength, force"
Origin: Etruscan
Language: Latin
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The Story of Rome
Rome derives from Roma, the ancient Latin name of the Eternal City, whose exact etymology remains debated. It may relate to the Etruscan or possibly to Romulus, the legendary founder of Rome in 753 BC. As a given name, Rome represents the modern trend of place names becoming first names, joining Milan, Paris, and London. It carries the weight of one of history's most powerful civilizations.
Rome has been rising as a baby name in the US since the mid-2010s, fitting the trend of bold, one-syllable boy names and place names as given names. Celebrities including Nicki Minaj named her son Zion Shamir Smith, contributing to the place-name trend.
Rome was the center of the ancient world and the Catholic Church, and remains one of the most visited cities on earth. As a name, it conjures images of grandeur, history, and eternal power. All roads lead to Rome is one of history's most enduring sayings.
Historical Record
Rome first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 4,538 babies have been named Rome in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rome is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #454 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Rome has been continuously inhabited for over 2,700 years
- The saying all roads lead to Rome reflects the Roman Empire's road network of over 250,000 miles
Rome in Other Languages
Greek
Rhome
Arabic
Roma
French
Rome
Italian
Roma
Spanish
Roma
Popularity Over Time
#454
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Rome
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Rome Flynn
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1991
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Romeo Montague Fictional
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The ill-fated young lover in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, the archetype of romantic devotion
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #454
- Total SSA Count
- 688
- Cultural Origins
- Italian American Latin American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rome
What does the name Rome mean?
"from Rome, the Eternal City" (from Latin). "strength, force" (from Etruscan). Rome derives from Roma, the ancient Latin name of the Eternal City, whose exact etymology remains debated. It may relate to the Etruscan or possibly to Romulus, the legendary founder of Rome in 753 BC. As a given name, Rome represents the modern trend of place names becoming first names, joining Milan, Paris, and London. It carries the weight of one of history's most powerful civilizations.
What is the origin of the name Rome?
Rome has Latin, Etruscan, Italian, American, and Latin American origins. In Latin, it means "from Rome, the Eternal City". In Etruscan, it means "strength, force".
Is Rome a boy or girl name?
Rome is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #454. As a girl name, it is ranked #2727. Rome is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Rome?
Rome is pronounced r-OHM.
How popular is the name Rome?
Rome is currently ranked #454 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Rome?
Popular middle name pairings include Rome James, Rome Alexander, Rome Michael, Rome Anthony, Rome Sebastian, Rome Julian, and Rome Elias.
What are good sibling names for Rome?
Names that pair well with Rome as siblings include Milan, Paris, Venice, Atlas, Cairo, Siena, and Cleo.
How many syllables does Rome have?
Rome has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Rome a common or rare name?
Rome is a popular name, ranked #454 for boys. It is well-known without being overused.
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About the Name Rome
Rome is a boy name with Italian, American, and Latin American origins . The name means "from Rome, the Eternal City" in Latin .
Is Rome a boy or girl name? Rome is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #454 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #2,727. Rome is more commonly used as a boy name.
Rome is currently ranked #454 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Rome has 1 syllable and is pronounced r-OHM, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Rome include Roman, Romeo, Romello, Romelo, Romero . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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