Roman is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #5523 in 2025 with 23 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2019 with 31 births ranking #4521. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 360.0%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 69,881 girls born was named Roman. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Roman is a strong classic meaning Roman or from Rome. It feels elegant, grounded, and quietly powerful.
The name has been used in various European traditions for centuries and has risen sharply in modern English-speaking use. Its success comes from combining classical depth with a very current sound.