Roma
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
8,711 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1930 Peak Popularity Year
184 Peak Births

Roma Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Roma originates from Latin, meaning 'Rome'. It has evolved through various languages, retaining its connection to the iconic city. The name is often associated with elegance and cultural depth, and it gained popularity in the 20th century. There are no specific biblical ties to this name.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Roma"

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Pronunciation

/ˈroʊmə/

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Origin

Latin

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Etymology

The name Roma is derived from the Latin word for 'Rome', which is the capital city of Italy. It is often associated with the historical and cultural significance of the city.

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Meaning

Rome

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Language Evolution

Romana (Latin), Roma (Modern Italian), Rome (Old English)

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Historical Usage

The name Roma gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century, influenced by the romanticized image of the city of Rome and its historical associations.

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Variants & Derivatives

Roman, Romana, Romy

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, the name Roma is perceived as elegant and culturally rich, often evoking images of Italian heritage and classical beauty.

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Famous People

Roma Downey, Romaine Brooks

📊 Roma Name Trend Analysis

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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Rising
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Roma Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 184 peak births in 1930

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 32 US states, with strongest presence in Nebraska

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Roma" - Complete Guide (3 Names)

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Roma"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Roma"

"Roma" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 2189th of 7545 220
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 2700th of 6773 146
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 3636th of 7552 92
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 7263rd of 10718 24
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 13420th of 16616 12
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 24088th of 24088 5
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 11932nd of 23106 51
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 610th of 9107 2,450
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 635th of 9204 2,238
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 1295th of 12526 1,210
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 3139th of 19264 351
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 5138th of 27321 266
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 3823rd of 35406 594
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 2651st of 30306 792

Regional Popularity of "Roma" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - 95.07%
2237th/2353
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

Regional Popularity of "Roma" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
31.71%
449th/1416
46.56%
642nd/1379
34.11%
807th/2366
44.75%
511th/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
32.34%
500th/1546
50.26%
782nd/1556
28.22%
664th/2353
48.80%
755th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
58.91%
1312th/2227
70.37%
1710th/2430
46.93%
1339th/2853
85.12%
2362nd/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
100.00%
2937th/2937
- - 76.78%
3105th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
100.00%
3685th/3685
85.79%
3839th/4475
- 79.59%
5028th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
83.65%
3833rd/4582
62.01%
3202nd/5164
74.32%
5435th/7313
43.84%
3272nd/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
79.92%
3184th/3984
49.61%
2226th/4487
36.48%
2489th/6822
36.50%
2291st/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Roma"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Roma" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Roma" in the United States

The name Roma is most popular in Nebraska, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Roma has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Roma' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2189th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2700th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3636th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7263rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13420th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11932nd out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 610th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 635th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1295th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3139th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5138th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3823rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2651st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Roma' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Roma name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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