Roman Baby Names for Little Legends

Calling all history buffs! Looking for some legendary baby name ideas? The Roman Empire—which has stirred the curiosity and intrigue of both scholars and myth lovers—is chock-full of inspiration. After all, the massive civilization’s major contributions can still be felt today. (That’s right! Roads, highways, bound books—you name it, the Romans probably came up with it!).

As the Roman Empire rose from a small village to a world power that some say would’ve spanned a whopping 50 countries today, so did the many ancient Roman names that came with it.

If there’s anything the Romans were known for, it’s storytelling. And the great thing about Roman baby names is that there’s a tale of power and glory behind each and every single one of them. Highlighting ancient folk traditions, mythology and the genius of a once-revered people, these names might even inspire baby to make some of their own monumental discoveries. Derived from dozens of languages, including Latin, Greek, Etruscan and even Celtic, the diversity of Roman baby names serves as an awesome reminder of just how many cultures this massive empire encompassed in its golden years—and just how much your kiddo can learn about the world around them from the origins of their very own name.

All that said, times have changed, and the Roman Empire looks a little different from the history books. In fact, most of what still exists is found in its iconic capital, Rome, where timeless marble structures, stunning piazzas, cobblestone streets and amazing gelato (yes, it’s that good!) welcome visitors with a friendly “ciao!” But its legacy lives on through the many Romanesque names it inspired, and we can’t wait for you to explore what we’ve got in store for that little legend of yours.

So, what are you waiting for? Say carpe diem, and dive right in!