Romeo
Romeo: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɹoʊmioʊ/
Meaning and origin of Romeo
- A male given name from the Romance languages.
Etymology
Borrowed from Italian Romeo, from Ancient Greek Ῥωμαῖος (Rhōmaîos, “Roman”).
How popular is Romeo?
Since 1880, 26,864 boys in the U.S. have been named Romeo. Its highest rank for boys was #283 in 2024. In 2025 it ranked #302 for boys, with 1,129 babies given the name.
Names similar to Romeo
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Sibling name ideas for Romeo
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Romeo FAQ
What does the name Romeo mean?
A male given name from the Romance languages. Borrowed from Italian Romeo, from Ancient Greek Ῥωμαῖος (Rhōmaîos, “Roman”).
What is the origin of the name Romeo?
Romeo is listed as a name of Romance languages origin.
How popular is the name Romeo?
Since 1880, 26,864 boys in the U.S. have been named Romeo. Its highest rank for boys was #283 in 2024. In 2025 it ranked #302 for boys, with 1,129 babies given the name.
Is Romeo a boy or girl name?
Romeo is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 26,864 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.