UK boy's name
Romal
A name of Arabic origin meaning "an expert craftsman or artisan".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2008. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Romal is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Romal popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2008 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4432, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2008, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2008 to 2008. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Romal is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Romal. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2009 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Romal ranked #4432 for boys in England and Wales in 2008, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2008, when 3 boys were registered as Romal.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Romal as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4432
2008
Births in 2008
3
Latest year
Peak year
2008
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Romal mean?
The name Romal is believed to have originated from the Arabic language, and its earliest roots can be traced back to the Middle Ages in the regions of the Middle East and North Africa. The name is derived from the Arabic word "Raml," which means "sand" or "desert," reflecting the arid landscapes of the region.
In Islamic history, the name Romal is mentioned in several literary works and poetic texts, indicating its cultural significance. One of the earliest recorded references is found in the writings of the renowned Persian poet Rumi, who lived in the 13th century. His poems often celebrated the beauty of the desert and the spiritual journey of the soul, making the name Romal a symbolic representation of these themes.
The earliest known bearer of the name Romal was a 12th-century Arab scholar and poet from Andalusia, known as Romal ibn Abi al-Hasan. His poetry and literary works contributed to the cultural renaissance of the time and helped preserve the Arabic language and its literary traditions.
Another notable figure with the name Romal was a 14th-century Sufi mystic and philosopher from Persia, known as Romal al-Din Rumi. He was renowned for his mystical teachings and his influential work, the Masnavi, which is considered one of the greatest spiritual masterpieces in Persian literature.
In the 16th century, a prominent Ottoman architect named Romal Mehmet Aga left his mark on the architectural landscape of Istanbul. He was responsible for designing and constructing several iconic mosques and palaces, including the famous Sultanahmet Mosque, also known as the Blue Mosque.
During the 19th century, a notable Egyptian scholar and writer named Romal al-Khudhuri made significant contributions to the fields of Arabic literature and Islamic studies. His works focused on preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of the Arab world.
Throughout history, the name Romal has been carried by various individuals from different walks of life, each leaving their unique imprint on the cultural tapestry of the regions where they lived and worked.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Romal by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Romal was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4432 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Romal: questions and answers
How popular is the name Romal in the UK right now?
In 2008, Romal was ranked #4432 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Romal most popular?
The peak year on record was 2008, with 3 babies registered as Romal in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Romal?
A name of Arabic origin meaning "an expert craftsman or artisan".
How many people are called Romal in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Romal across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.