Roman
Meaning of Roman
The name Roman is a strong and classic choice for boys, with roots deeply embedded in history and culture. Its origin can be traced back to the Latin word "Romanus," meaning "a citizen of Rome." Pronounced as ROH-muhn in English and ROH-mahn in Italian, this name has a timeless appeal that transcends generations. Roman is often associated with the grandeur of ancient Rome, evoking images of strength, leadership, and sophistication. The name has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over recent decades, ranking 66th in 2023 with 4,777 occurrences. Variations such as Romain offer alternative spellings while maintaining the same distinguished essence. Whether chosen for its historical significance or its modern flair, Roman remains a compelling choice for parents seeking a name that exudes both tradition and contemporary charm.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as ROH-mahn (/roˈman/)
British English
- Pronunced as ROH-muhn (/ˈrəʊmən/)
American English
- Pronunced as ROH-muhn (/ˈroʊmən/)
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Notable People Named Roman
| Leati Joseph Anoaʻi, known as Roman Reigns, is a prominent American professional wrestler and former football player currently signed to WWE, where he holds multiple championship titles and is a member of the renowned Anoa'i wrestling family. |
| Roman Polanski - Roman Polański is a highly acclaimed French and Polish film director, producer, screenwriter, and actor, with numerous prestigious awards to his name. |
| Roman Arkadyevich Abramovich is a Russian oligarch, politician, and former owner of Chelsea Football Club, known for his ownership of the private investment company Millhouse LLC. |
| Roman Vishniac was a renowned Russian-American photographer who documented the Jewish culture in Central and Eastern Europe before the Holocaust, with his work now housed at The Magnes Collection of Jewish Art and Life at the University of California, Berkeley. |
| Roman Osipovich Jakobson was a prominent Russian linguist and literary theorist. |
| Roman Witold Ingarden was a prominent Polish philosopher known for his work in aesthetics, ontology, and phenomenology. |
| Roman Mstislavich, also known as Roman the Great, was a Rus’ prince who founded the Romanovichi dynasty in Volhynia and Halych. |
| Roman Coppola - Roman François Coppola is an American filmmaker, known for being the son of Francis Ford Coppola and Eleanor Coppola. |
| Roman Zaretsky is an Israeli retired ice dancer who achieved success with his sister, Alexandra Zaretsky, winning medals at international competitions and representing Israel at the World Championships and Winter Olympics. |
| Roman Vyacheslavovych Zozulya is a Ukrainian professional footballer currently playing as a striker for Spanish club Rayo Majadahonda. |
| Roman Aleksandrovich Anin is a prominent Russian investigative journalist known for his work with the independent iStories outlet and his involvement in the investigation of the Panama Papers. |
| Roman Bürki is a Swiss professional footballer known for his role as a goalkeeper for Major League Soccer club St. Louis City SC and his previous tenure with the Switzerland national team. |
| Roman of Bulgaria - Roman, the emperor (tsar) of Bulgaria from 977 to 991, continued to claim the title while in Byzantine captivity. |
| Roman Wladimir Jackiw was a distinguished Polish-born American theoretical physicist and recipient of the Dirac Medal. |
| Román Aureliano Torres Morcillo is a Panamanian professional footballer known for his defensive skills and plays for the Tacoma Stars in the Major Arena Soccer League and the Panama national team. |
