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Romie

♀ Girl

Pronounced ROH-mee /ˈroʊ.mi/High

Meaning: Variant of Romy, the German pet form of Rosemarie/Rosemary — the herb name from Latin ros marinus, 'dew of the sea'Medium

In 30 seconds: Romy with a homespun -ie: Romie pets Rosemary — 'dew of the sea' — the herb-and-Hollywood name Romy Schneider made continental legend. Sea spray in two syllables.
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Origin MediumGerman, English
MeaningVariant of Romy, the German pet form of Rosemarie/Rosemary — the herb name from Latin ros marinus, 'dew of the sea'
U.S. rank (2025)#3206 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births50 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2025
Total births (all-time)≈ 671

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202518942025

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

Romie varies Romy, the German diminutive of Rosemarie that actress Romy Schneider (born Rosemarie) carried to European-cinema immortality; the root is the herb rosemary, Latin ros marinus, 'dew of the sea'. The -ie spelling softens it toward Roxie-and-Goldie vintage.

Romy has become a fashion-insider favorite (The xx's Romy, designer daughters); Romie trails as its rarer, cozier sister. U.S. use is thin and recent.

Did you know? Rosemary's Latin name — ros marinus, 'dew of the sea' — describes the herb's love of coastal cliffs; Shakespeare's Ophelia called it the herb 'for remembrance'.
Overall data confidence 80%
Behind the Name — Romy — pet form background

Variations

RomyRomiRosemarie

Nicknames

Ro

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If you like Romie…

Romy— the Schneider-famous standard form
Rosie— a fellow Rose-family warm nickname
Goldie— the companion vintage -ie revival
Remy— the rhyme-neighbor French favorite

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Romie mean?

Romie is a variant of Romy, the German pet form of Rosemary — the herb name meaning 'dew of the sea'.

How do you pronounce Romie?

It's said ROH-mee /ˈroʊ.mi/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Romie a boy or girl name?

Romie is used mainly as a girl's name.

How popular is Romie?

Romie is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Romy is the rising standard.

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