Rome is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #233 in 2025 with 215 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 262 births ranking #191. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 1,265 boys born was named Rome. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Rome is a compact place name used as a modern first name. It feels sleek, bold, and strongly visual.
Unlike Roman, which has a long personal-name history, Rome works more as a modern place-based choice. Its appeal lies in brevity and the weight of its cultural associations.