Rome Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationROHM / roʊmLatin; Italian
Meaning
Latin: strength; Italian: from Rome
Historical & Cultural Background
Rome is derived from the Latin word 'Roma', which is the name of the capital city of Italy. The city has a rich history, being the center of the Roman Empire and a significant cultural hub. The name has been used in various cultures, often symbolizing strength and resilience. In modern times, it has gained popularity as a given name in various countries.
Trend Summary
The name Rome has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Romeo
International Variants
- Roméo (French)
- Roma (Italian)
- Rómeo (Spanish)
Famous people named Rome
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Fictional characters named Rome
Rome is a character in the video game series 'Assassin's Creed', representing a historical setting.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rome was first seen in the United States in 1882. Rome has ranked as high as #740 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Utah. In the past 5 years the name Rome has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rome (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 100 | |
| TX | 68 | |
| FL | 53 | |
| UT | 33 | |
| OH | 29 | |
| NY | 27 | |
| AZ | 26 | |
| IL | 21 | |
| PA | 20 | |
| MI | 20 | |
| NC | 19 | |
| WA | 19 | |
| TN | 18 | |
| LA | 16 | |
| MN | 15 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 7 |
| 1883 | 5 |
| 1884 | 5 |
| 1885 | 9 |
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1888 | 10 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1893 | 9 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1916 | 16 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 11 |
| 1921 | 16 |
| 1922 | 16 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 13 |
| 1925 | 12 |
| 1926 | 13 |
| 1928 | 12 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 11 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1951 | 15 |
| 1952 | 14 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 15 |
| 1956 | 11 |
| 1958 | 11 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 24 |
| 1970 | 24 |
| 1971 | 18 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 16 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 22 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 30 |
| 2002 | 31 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 47 |
| 2005 | 59 |
| 2006 | 60 |
| 2007 | 78 |
| 2008 | 77 |
| 2009 | 82 |
| 2010 | 71 |
| 2011 | 109 |
| 2012 | 90 |
| 2013 | 108 |
| 2014 | 125 |
| 2015 | 122 |
| 2016 | 142 |
| 2017 | 130 |
| 2018 | 179 |
| 2019 | 209 |
| 2020 | 222 |
| 2021 | 314 |
| 2022 | 419 |
| 2023 | 571 |
| 2024 | 688 |