How Many People Are Named Romana?

Complete statistics for the name Romana: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Romana
Very Rare
Latin

Romana means 'Roman' and has roots in Latin, making it a classic choice with a rich history. Only 959 people in the US today carry this name, which is incredibly rare, with just 1 in 344,025 Americans having it. The majority of those named Romana are over 60, reflecting its status as an old-school name.

~251
Living in US
1 in 1,320,515
Americans
1928
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Roman
🌐
Origin
Latin
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Dignified Traditional Resilient
8
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 8 are believed to be natural leaders, driven by a desire for success and financial stability.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

234,114
Worldwide Bearers
#4,478
Global Rank
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
74,142
🇵🇰 Pakistan
26,810
🇨🇿 Czechia
23,102
🇲🇽 Mexico
18,536
🇮🇹 Italy
10,954
🇵🇭 Philippines
10,533
🇦🇹 Austria
7,832
🇧🇷 Brazil
6,649
🇹🇿 Tanzania
6,435
🇦🇴 Angola
5,533

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
959 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 73
183
Would be under 30 (11%)
454
Would be 30–60 (26%)
1,096
Would be over 60 (63%)

All 1,733 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1928

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Slowly declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
91
Classic Feel
89
Modern Appeal
11
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Romana Through the Generations

Romana peaked in popularity back in 1928 when 53 babies were given this name, marking a high point in its usage. Over time, the name has seen a slow decline, but it still resonates with many, especially among older generations. Today, the average age of someone named Romana is 73, with 63% of them being over 60, indicating a strong connection to past eras. This distribution shows how Romana remains a cherished name, passed down through families, even as its usage wanes.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 500
California 51

✨ Similar Names to Romana

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Romana's Latin roots

📄 About the Name Romana

How Many People Have the Name Romana?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 251 people in the United States currently share the name Romana. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,320,515 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Romana a Common or Rare Name?

Romana is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Romana Mean?

Romana means "Roman" and comes from Latin origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Romana in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Romana Most Popular?

The name Romana reached peak popularity in 1928, with 53 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Romana?

Approximately 251 people named Romana live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 251. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,320,515 Americans.

Is Romana a rare name?

Romana is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,320,515 Americans has this name.

What does the name Romana mean?

Romana means "Roman" and comes from Latin origins.

Is Romana more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Romana are male and 100% are female.

When was Romana most popular?

Romana peaked in 1928 with 53 births that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US251
All-Time Births251
1 in X1 in 1,320,515
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age73
Peak Year1928
World Rank#4,478
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.