Boy · 342nd of 23,106
Romeo
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
25,728
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2024
Peak Popularity Year
1,188
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Romeo stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Romeo has Latin roots as 'Romæus', meaning 'a pilgrim to Rome' or 'from Rome'. It evolved through Italian as 'Romeo'. The name is associated with romance, largely due to Shakespeare's play 'Romeo and Juliet', which contributed to its popularity. It carries a positive image of love and charm and has notable bearers in contemporary culture.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈroʊmi.oʊ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Romeo is derived from the Latin 'Romæus', which means 'a pilgrim to Rome' or 'from Rome'. It is related to the Italian word 'romano', meaning 'Roman'.
Meaning
Pilgrim to Rome, or a man from Rome.
Language Evolution
Romæus (Latin), Romeo (Italian)
Historical Usage
The name Romeo gained popularity in the late 16th century, especially after William Shakespeare's play 'Romeo and Juliet' was published in 1597, which romanticized the name.
Variants & Derivatives
Romeo (Italian), Romeu (Portuguese), Romy (short form)
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Romeo is often associated with romance and passion due to its literary connections, and it is considered a charming and classic name.
Famous People
Romeo Santos (singer), Romeo Beckham (model and son of David Beckham), Romeo Crennel (American football coach)
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,188 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 47 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 1 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 601st of 7545 | 1,739 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 819th of 6773 | 1,086 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1083rd of 7552 | 917 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1078th of 10718 | 918 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1122nd of 16616 | 1,355 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 504th of 24088 | 7,959 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 342nd of 23106 | 11,672 |