Romulus Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationROM-yoo-lus / ˈrɒmjʊləsLatin
Meaning
Roman: founder of Rome
Historical & Cultural Background
Romulus is a figure from Roman mythology, known as the legendary founder of Rome. According to tradition, he and his twin brother Remus were raised by a she-wolf. Romulus is often associated with the establishment of Roman institutions and the city's early governance. His story has been influential in Roman culture and identity.
Trend Summary
The name Romulus is rare in the United States and has not shown significant popularity trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Romulus
International Variants
- Romolo (Italian)
- Romulus (Romanian)
Famous people named Romulus
Romulus Augustulus was the last Roman emperor of the Western Roman Empire, reigning briefly in 475-476 AD.
Romulus Linney was an American playwright and novelist known for his contributions to American theater.
Fictional characters named Romulus
Romulus is a character in the DC Comics universe, known as a member of the Legion of Super-Heroes.
Romulus is a character in the video game series 'Assassin's Creed,' representing the legendary founder of Rome.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Romulus was first seen in the United States in 1912. Romulus has ranked as high as #1329 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in North Carolina, New York, and California. In the past 5 years the name Romulus has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Romulus (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2024 | 31 |