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Romina

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Pronounced roh-MEE-nah /roʊˈmiː.nə/High

Meaning: Feminine form of Romano / Romino, derived from Latin Romanus meaning 'a Roman' or 'from Rome'; also associated in some traditions with Arabic Rumana meaning 'pomegranate'High

In 30 seconds: Romina is a warmly melodic Italian and Spanish name meaning 'Roman woman.' With a flowing three-syllable sound and strong Latin roots, it is beloved across Southern Europe and Latin America.
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Origin HighItalian, Spanish, Arabic
MeaningFeminine form of Romano / Romino, derived from Latin Romanus meaning 'a Roman' or 'from Rome'; also associated in some traditions with Arabic Rumana meaning 'pomegranate'
U.S. rank (2025)#531 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births569 girls (0.03% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 7,245

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202419512025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Romina is the feminine form of the Italian and Spanish Romano, derived from Latin Romanus meaning 'a Roman' or 'one from Rome.' The Roman identity carried deep prestige through the Middle Ages, and Romano-derived names spread widely in Catholic Europe. Some Arabic-speaking communities also associate the name with rumana (pomegranate), a symbol of fertility and abundance.

Romina has been popular in Italy, Spain, Argentina, and other Latin American countries for decades. In the United States it is most common in Hispanic communities and ranks steadily in the top 500. Its flowing sound and Romance-language glamour have given it crossover appeal beyond its traditional base.

Did you know? Romina Power, daughter of American actor Tyrone Power and Italian actress Linda Christian, became an iconic Italian pop star in the 1970s alongside her then-husband Al Bano — making Romina a household name across Europe.
Overall data confidence 88%
Behind the Name — Romina — etymology and usageU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

RomanaRomyna

Nicknames

RomiMina

Famous Bearers

  • ★Romina Power (1951–present)
    American-Italian singer and actress, famous as one half of the duo Al Bano e Romina Power.

If you like Romina…

Valentina— shares the melodic Italian-Spanish femininity and three-plus syllable flow
Serena— fellow three-syllable Romance-language name with warmth and elegance
Rosa— shares the Italian and Latin heritage with similar feminine warmth
Diana— three-syllable classical Latin feminine name with parallel Southern European appeal

Frequently Asked

What does the name Romina mean?

Romina is a feminine form of Romano, from Latin Romanus meaning 'a Roman' or 'from Rome.' Some traditions also connect it to Arabic rumana meaning 'pomegranate.'

How do you pronounce Romina?

It is said roh-MEE-nah — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Romina a boy or girl name?

Romina is used almost exclusively as a girls' name.

How popular is Romina?

Romina ranks in the U.S. top 500 and is especially common in Hispanic communities; it has been popular in Italy and Latin America for decades.