Romina Girl

Popularity: #462 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: roh-MEE-nah /roʊˈmiːnə/

Origin: Italian; Spanish

Meaning: Italian: 'from Rome'; Spanish: 'little rose'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Romina has its roots in the Latin word "Romanus," which means "Roman" or "of Rome." This etymology reflects a connection to the ancient city of Rome and its cultural and historical significance. The name evolved through various linguistic forms, transitioning from Latin to Italian, where it became popularized as Romina.

The adoption of the name into English occurred through cultural exchanges and the influence of Italian culture, particularly during the Renaissance when interest in classical antiquity surged in Europe. Historically, the name Romina does not have prominent figures in early Christian texts or notable saints directly associated with it, unlike many other names derived from Latin roots.

However, the broader cultural significance of Rome and its legacy in Western civilization has imbued the name with a sense of historical depth. The name began to gain traction in the 20th century, particularly in Italian-speaking regions, and it has been featured in various literary and artistic works, contributing to its recognition.

Culturally, Romina is often associated with themes of strength and resilience, reflective of the enduring legacy of Rome itself. The name evokes images of the grandeur of the Roman Empire and its lasting impact on art, architecture, and governance.

Additionally, diminutive forms such as Romi may be used affectionately, though they are less documented in historical texts. Overall, Romina carries with it a rich tapestry of linguistic and cultural heritage, symbolizing a connection to one of history's most influential civilizations.

Famous people named Romina

In this section, you will find notable people named Romina. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Romina who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Romina who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Romina Power is a singer and actress best known for her work with Al Bano and the films The Devil Is a Woman and The Last Train to Freo.

Romina Gafur is a singer best known for her participation in various music competitions and her solo career in the music industry.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Romina, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

RosaRenataRaffaellaRitaRochelle

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Romina. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Romina was first seen in the United States in 1951.

Romina has ranked as high as #962 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Arizona, Florida, and Illinois.

In the past 5 years the name Romina has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Romina 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 Romina 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 Romina.

Year Total Births Girl
2025 569 569
2024 647 647
2023 473 473
2022 450 450
2021 426 426
2020 429 429
2019 447 447
2018 445 445
2017 341 341
2016 323 323
2015 323 323
2014 236 236
2013 181 181
2012 126 126
2011 138 138
2010 200 200
2009 182 182
2008 99 99
2007 104 104
2006 100 100
2005 88 88
2004 72 72
2003 64 64
2002 38 38
2001 42 42
2000 26 26
1999 27 27
1998 27 27
1997 24 24
1996 30 30
1995 23 23
1994 17 17
1993 28 28
1992 21 21
1991 32 32
1990 30 30
1989 39 39
1988 28 28
1987 31 31
1986 29 29
1985 22 22
1984 14 14
1983 20 20
1982 14 14
1981 18 18
1980 11 11
1979 17 17
1978 15 15
1977 16 16
1976 16 16
1975 13 13
1974 9 9
1973 8 8
1972 10 10
1971 24 24
1970 6 6
1969 7 7
1968 7 7
1967 15 15
1966 14 14
1959 5 5
1956 6 6
1951 5 5

Top States for Romina (2024)

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
TX 186
31%
CA 129
21%
IL 33
5%
FL 32
5%
AZ 30
5%
CO 18
3%
NC 17
3%
NY 16
3%
WA 15
2%
GA 14
2%
TN 11
2%
AL 10
2%
IN 9
1%
NJ 9
1%
UT 8
1%
NM 7
1%
OR 7
1%
NV 6
1%
OH 6
1%
MA 6
1%
OK 6
1%
VA 5
1%
AR 5
1%
KS 5
1%
WI 5
1%
MD 5
1%
PA 5
1%