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Romare

♂ Boy

Pronounced roh-MAIR /roʊˈmɛər/Medium

Meaning: Romare is a rare American name whose origin is not securely documented — it is sometimes read as an elaboration of Roman or of the Roma- element, 'of Rome'. It is known above all from the artist Romare Bearden, whose collages are landmarks of American art. Routes uncertain, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: An artist's name: Romare is carried by the collagist Romare Bearden (said 'roh-MAIR'). Routes uncertain, which we note.
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Origin LowEnglish, American
MeaningRomare is a rare American name whose origin is not securely documented — it is sometimes read as an elaboration of Roman or of the Roma- element, 'of Rome'. It is known above all from the artist Romare Bearden, whose collages are landmarks of American art. Routes uncertain, which we note.
U.S. rank (2024)#13791 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2019
Total births (all-time)≈ 31

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201920072024

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

Romare is rare and not securely documented. Some read it as an elaboration of Roman or of the Roma- element ('of Rome'); no source settles it, so the routes are uncertain, which we note. Its distinction comes above all from Romare Bearden, the collagist and painter whose work reshaped American art. Distinctive, artistic, and dignified (said 'roh-MAIR').

In the U.S. it is very rare. Very rare, artistic, and distinguished.

Did you know? Romare Bearden's collages of Harlem and the rural South are among the great works of twentieth-century American art. The name's own origin is not securely documented, and the routes are uncertain, which we note (said 'roh-MAIR').
Overall data confidence 30%
References — Romare — Rare American name; artist Romare Bearden; routes uncertain

Variations

RomarRomaireRoman

Nicknames

RomeRomy

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Romare mean?

Romare's origin is not securely documented; it is sometimes read against Roman ('of Rome'). The routes are uncertain, which we note. It is best known from the artist Romare Bearden.

How do you pronounce Romare?

It's said roh-MAIR /roʊˈmɛər/ — two syllables, stress on the last.

Is Romare a boy or girl name?

Romare is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Romare?

Romare is a very rare name for boys in the U.S.

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