Roman
Roman is a Christian boy name of Latin origin, meaning “Of Rome, a Roman”.
| Meaning | Of Rome, a Roman |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Latin |
| Pronunciation | ROH-mun |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Poland, Russia, Ukraine, United States |
Meaning and origin of Roman
Roman comes from the Latin Romanus, 'a Roman', a citizen of the city of Rome. It has long been a common name in Slavic countries such as Poland, Russia, Ukraine and the Czech Republic. Several saints bore it, including St Romanus the Melodist, a sixth-century Byzantine hymn writer. In recent years it has become fashionable in the United States and Britain.
Is Roman a Christian name?
Roman is used in Christian countries, especially in Eastern Europe, partly in honour of saints named Romanus.
How popular is Roman?
Long common in Slavic countries and now popular in English-speaking countries too.
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Spellings and variants of Roman
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Roman mean?
Roman means 'Of Rome, a Roman'. It is of Latin origin.
Is Roman a Christian name?
Roman is used in Christian countries, especially in Eastern Europe, partly in honour of saints named Romanus.
How do you pronounce Roman?
Roman is pronounced ROH-mun.
Is Roman a boy or girl name?
Roman is usually a boy name.