UK name, mostly girls
Romani
An Indic name referring to the Romani people, traditionally travelling communities.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Romani is mostly registered for girls in the UK records. People looking for Romani popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5891, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2003, with 7 births.
This profile covers 82 England and Wales registrations across 17 recorded years from 1998 to 2024. 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.
The latest count is about 43% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 82 living people in the UK are called Romani. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Romani ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2003, when 7 girls were registered as Romani.
- • About 82 living people in the UK are estimated to have Romani as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 91.1% of Romani registrations are for girls.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5891
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2003
7 births
Estimated living
82
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Romani
In England and Wales birth records, Romani has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 8.9% of registrations are for boys and 91.1% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Romani registered for boys
- Ranked #3,822 in 2013
- 4 boys registered in 2013
- Peak: 2009 (4 births)
Romani registered for girls
- Ranked #5,891 in 2024
- 3 girls registered in 2024
- Peak: 2003 (7 births)
Meaning
What does Romani mean?
The name Romani has its origins in the Latin language, derived from the word "Romanus," which means "of Rome" or "Roman." This name's earliest recorded use can be traced back to ancient Rome, where it was initially used as a surname or family name. The name gained popularity during the Roman Empire's expansion, as it was often given to individuals born within the empire's territories.
During the medieval period, the name Romani became associated with individuals of Roman descent or those who embraced the Roman culture and traditions. It was commonly used by scholars, artists, and intellectuals who studied and admired the Roman civilization's legacy. One of the earliest recorded individuals with this name was Romani Petri, a 12th-century Italian scholar and philosopher.
In the Renaissance era, the name Romani experienced a resurgence in popularity, particularly among humanists and artists who sought inspiration from the classical Roman era. One notable figure from this period was Romani Romanino, an Italian Renaissance painter born in 1484 and known for his frescoes and religious paintings in the Brescian style.
As the name Romani spread across Europe, it also found its way into literature and historical records. In the 16th century, Romani Romae was a renowned Italian poet and scholar who wrote extensively about the history and culture of Rome. His works were widely read and influential during his time.
During the Age of Exploration, the name Romani was carried to various parts of the world by explorers, settlers, and colonists. One such individual was Romani Aventino, a Spanish explorer born in 1514, who accompanied Hernán Cortés on his expeditions to Mexico and Central America.
In more recent times, the name Romani has been associated with various notable figures, including Romani Prodi, an Italian politician and former Prime Minister of Italy, born in 1939. Another prominent figure is Romani Arole, an Indian social activist and doctor born in 1956, known for her work in promoting women's health and empowerment.
While the name Romani has its roots in Latin and Roman culture, it has transcended borders and been embraced by individuals from different backgrounds and cultures throughout history, reflecting the enduring influence of the Roman civilization on various aspects of society.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Romani over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Romani in England and Wales, from 1998 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Romani, the clearest high point is 2003. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Romani by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Romani 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5423 | 10 | 3 |
| 2010s | #3960 | 42 | 8 |
| 2000s | #3562 | 20 | 4 |
| 1990s | #2736 | 10 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Romani
- Ruby 60,551
- Rebecca 45,764
- Rosie 35,558
- Rachel 19,034
- Rose 18,043
- Robyn 14,556
- Rosa 6,236
- Rhiannon 6,180
- Rachael 4,702
- Rebekah 4,395
- Rhianna 4,177
- Ruth 4,118
FAQ
Romani: questions and answers
How popular is the name Romani in the UK right now?
In 2024, Romani was ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Romani most popular?
The peak year on record was 2003, with 7 babies registered as Romani in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Romani?
An Indic name referring to the Romani people, traditionally travelling communities.
How many people are called Romani in the UK?
A total of 82 babies have been registered as Romani across the 17 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.