Rome is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #1372 in 2017 with 130 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 694 births ranking #452. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 1,344.4%. In 2017, approximately 1 in every 14,233 boys born was named Rome. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
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.