Romanus
r(o)-ma-nus
US Popularity:25898
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):Roman
Meaning:Roman, from Rome
A firm reminder of baby’s heritage or a proud nod from history buffs to the Roman Empire, Romanus certainly captures the ear. A masculine title of Latin origin, Romanus means “Roman” or “from Rome.” Romanus is a variation of Roman, which may have come from the Etruscan rumon, an ancient name for the Tiber River. Roman could also derive from Romulus, one of the legendary founders of the city of Rome. Romanus enhances Roman’s classical nature with its -us suffix, giving baby an extra dash of timeless prestige.
How Popular Is The Name Romanus?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2018
#13690
in 2018
- 8910
from 1923
Sources
Behind the Name, Romanus, July 2009
Behind the Name, Roman, April 2024
Name Doctor, Roman
Online Etymology Dictionary, Roman, September 2021
Britannica, Roman Empire, ancient state [27 bce-476 ce], January 2025
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