Roman

Distinctive and European, Roman is easy to pronounce and similar to R-names like Rowan and Ronan in spelling and sound. Meaning "of Rome," Roman stems from the Latin name Romanus and recalls the Ancient Roman era—the empire, city, citizens, mythology, history, art, and more. Cate Blanchett and Debra Messing are among the celebrity moms who chose Roman for their sons. Roman's popularity as a baby name has been climbing steadily, and it won't be a surprise if it conquers more hearts in the years to come. While feelings about Roman are somewhat divided in The Bump community, we agree with those who describe Roman as "strong," "dapper," and "very modern sounding."

Fun Facts About the Name Roman

• Hollywood's Roman Empire: Roman is proving to be a Hollywood favorite among famous parents. Joining Cate Blanchett and Debra Messing in this name choice are Molly Ringwald and Francis Ford Coppola. Their placing the spotlight on Roman has helped it become a mainstream moniker in America.
• Roman's European legacy: While Roman may seem like a relatively modern name choice in the US, it's ranked highly on the baby name charts in countries like Ukraine, Poland, Spain, Moldova, and Estonia for some time.
• Roman's double entendre: In French, the word roman translates to "novel," giving Roman a double meaning and a storytelling flair.