Romilda Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ro-MIL-da /rɒˈmɪl.də/
Origin: Latin; Italian
Meaning: Latin: 'famous protector'; Italian: 'little rose'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Romilda has its roots in the Germanic elements "hrom" meaning "fame" and "hild" meaning "battle." This etymology suggests a connotation of a "famous warrior" or "battle maiden." The name entered the linguistic landscape of Europe through the Old High German form "Hruomild," which later evolved into various forms across different languages. The transition into Latin and subsequently into Romance languages facilitated its adoption in regions influenced by the Germanic tribes, particularly during the early medieval period.
Historically, Romilda is associated with several notable figures, including a 6th-century saint, Romilda of the Lombards, who is venerated in certain Christian traditions. Her life and legacy contributed to the name's presence in ecclesiastical contexts, particularly in Italy, where the Lombards had significant influence.
The name also appears in medieval literature, notably in the works of Italian poets and chroniclers, which helped to solidify its cultural significance during the Middle Ages. Culturally, Romilda embodies themes of valor and nobility, resonating with the ideals of chivalry and heroism prevalent in medieval society.
The name has been linked to various legends and stories that celebrate female strength and resilience, further embedding it in the cultural consciousness of regions where it was used. While diminutive forms such as Romi may exist, the primary name retains its historical and cultural weight, reflecting a rich tapestry of linguistic and social evolution.
Fictional characters named Romilda
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Romilda Vane is a fictional character from the book series Harry Potter. She is a student at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry known for her infatuation with Harry Potter.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Romilda was first seen in the United States in 1901.
Romilda has ranked as high as #3354 nationally, which occurred in 1928, and has been most popular in Ohio.
In the past 5 years the name Romilda has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Romilda is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Romilda was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Romilda.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 1954 | 5 | 5 |
| 1953 | 6 | 6 |
| 1950 | 6 | 6 |
| 1949 | 7 | 7 |
| 1943 | 12 | 12 |
| 1942 | 5 | 5 |
| 1940 | 7 | 7 |
| 1939 | 5 | 5 |
| 1936 | 7 | 7 |
| 1935 | 7 | 7 |
| 1934 | 10 | 10 |
| 1933 | 8 | 8 |
| 1932 | 7 | 7 |
| 1931 | 8 | 8 |
| 1930 | 9 | 9 |
| 1929 | 12 | 12 |
| 1928 | 20 | 20 |
| 1927 | 12 | 12 |
| 1926 | 7 | 7 |
| 1925 | 14 | 14 |
| 1924 | 14 | 14 |
| 1923 | 13 | 13 |
| 1922 | 13 | 13 |
| 1921 | 11 | 11 |
| 1920 | 20 | 20 |
| 1919 | 15 | 15 |
| 1918 | 15 | 15 |
| 1917 | 20 | 20 |
| 1916 | 12 | 12 |
| 1915 | 13 | 13 |
| 1914 | 7 | 7 |
| 1913 | 6 | 6 |
| 1912 | 9 | 9 |
| 1911 | 5 | 5 |
| 1905 | 6 | 6 |
| 1901 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Romilda (1920)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 8 |