Romero Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationroh-MAIR-oh / roʊˈmɛroʊSpanish; Latin
Meaning
Spanish: 'from Rome'; Latin: 'Roman'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Romero is derived from the Spanish word for 'pilgrim to Rome.' It has been used as a surname and given name in Spanish-speaking cultures. The name is often associated with religious pilgrimage and has historical significance in Christian traditions.
Trend Summary
The name Romero has seen a steady but modest presence in the U.S. baby name charts.
Similar Names
Variants
- Romero
International Variants
- Romero (Spanish)
- Romaric (French)
Famous people named Romero
Romero Britto is a Brazilian artist known for his colorful pop art and sculptures.
Romero Dallaire is a Canadian senator and retired general recognized for his humanitarian work and leadership during the Rwandan genocide.
Romero Santos is a Dominican-American singer and songwriter known for his contributions to the Bachata music genre.
Fictional characters named Romero
Romero is a character in the video game series 'Resident Evil,' known for his role as a zombie antagonist.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Romero was first seen in the United States in 1937. Romero has ranked as high as #1326 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Illinois, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Romero has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Romero (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 | |
| TX | 9 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1943 | 10 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1953 | 16 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1960 | 15 |
| 1961 | 16 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 13 |
| 1964 | 14 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 18 |
| 1967 | 13 |
| 1968 | 14 |
| 1969 | 15 |
| 1970 | 22 |
| 1971 | 24 |
| 1972 | 18 |
| 1973 | 28 |
| 1974 | 28 |
| 1975 | 15 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 20 |
| 1978 | 24 |
| 1979 | 25 |
| 1980 | 20 |
| 1981 | 22 |
| 1982 | 19 |
| 1983 | 22 |
| 1984 | 18 |
| 1985 | 23 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 25 |
| 1988 | 22 |
| 1989 | 19 |
| 1990 | 26 |
| 1991 | 30 |
| 1992 | 21 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 35 |
| 1995 | 40 |
| 1996 | 27 |
| 1997 | 33 |
| 1998 | 36 |
| 1999 | 35 |
| 2000 | 44 |
| 2001 | 34 |
| 2002 | 23 |
| 2003 | 25 |
| 2004 | 31 |
| 2005 | 40 |
| 2006 | 34 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2008 | 30 |
| 2009 | 24 |
| 2010 | 30 |
| 2011 | 37 |
| 2012 | 34 |
| 2013 | 34 |
| 2014 | 29 |
| 2015 | 24 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 31 |
| 2018 | 39 |
| 2019 | 46 |
| 2020 | 41 |
| 2021 | 30 |
| 2022 | 38 |
| 2023 | 32 |
| 2024 | 44 |