Romario Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Romario originates from the Latin name 'Romarius', meaning 'Roman man'. It evolved through historical forms to its modern usage. The name is often linked with traits of athleticism and has gained popularity due to notable figures, particularly in Brazil. It holds no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Romario"
Pronunciation
/roʊˈmɑːrioʊ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Romario is derived from the Latin name 'Romarius', which is related to the name of the city of Rome, suggesting a connection to a Roman heritage or citizenship.
Meaning
Roman man
Language Evolution
Romarius, Romario
Historical Usage
The name Romario gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in Brazil, due to the influence of the famous Brazilian footballer Romário de Souza Faria, who was active during the 1990s.
Variants & Derivatives
Romário, Romeo, Rami
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Romario is perceived as a modern and sporty name, often associated with athleticism and Brazilian culture.
Famous People
Romário de Souza Faria, Romário dos Santos, Romario Williams
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Romario Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 102 peak births in 1994
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Romario"
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 "Romario"
"Romario" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3247th of 16616 | 274 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2932nd of 24088 | 565 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4543rd of 23106 | 264 |
Regional Popularity of "Romario" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
48.96% 1804th/3685 |
52.36% 2343rd/4475 |
41.70% 2166th/5194 |
29.65% 1873rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
60.28% 2762nd/4582 |
45.76% 2363rd/5164 |
35.74% 2614th/7313 |
25.00% 1866th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
48.68% 3321st/6822 |
57.33% 3598th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Romario" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Romario"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Romario" 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 "Romario" in the United States
The name Romario is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. 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, Romario has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Romario' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3247th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2932nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4543rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Romario' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.