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Romana

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Pronounced roh-MAH-nah /roʊˈmɑː.nə/Medium

Meaning: From the Latin Romana, feminine of Romanus, 'Roman; of Rome.' A classic name borne by early saints. Warm and stately.Low

In 30 seconds: A classic Latin name: Romana means 'Roman; of Rome' (said 'roh-MAH-nah'). Warm and stately.

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Origin MediumLatin

MeaningFrom the Latin Romana, feminine of Romanus, 'Roman; of Rome.' A classic name borne by early saints. Warm and stately.

U.S. rank (2023)#17112 ↘ Falling

2023 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1928

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,733

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Romana comes from the Latin Romana, feminine of Romanus, 'Roman; of Rome.' It reads classic and dignified, borne by early Christian saints — rare in the U.S. (said 'roh-MAH-nah').

In the U.S. it appears rarely. Rare, classic, and stately.

Did you know? Romana is Latin for 'Roman; of Rome' (feminine of Romanus) — a classic name carried by early saints, warm and stately (said 'roh-MAH-nah').

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References — Romana — Latin Romana 'Roman; of Rome'

Variations

RominaRomannaRamona

Nicknames

RomaMana

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Romana mean?

Romana is Latin for 'Roman; of Rome,' the feminine of Romanus.

How do you pronounce Romana?

It's said roh-MAH-nah /roʊˈmɑː.nə/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Romana a boy or girl name?

Romana is a girl's name.

How popular is Romana?

Romana is rare in the U.S.