UK girl's name
Romeesa
An Arabic name meaning "brave" or "courageous woman".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Romeesa is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Romeesa popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4001, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2012, with 20 births.
This profile covers 131 England and Wales registrations across 13 recorded years from 2007 to 2019. 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 25% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 130 living people in the UK are called Romeesa. 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 2020 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Romeesa ranked #4001 for girls in England and Wales in 2019, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2012, when 20 girls were registered as Romeesa.
- • About 130 living people in the UK are estimated to have Romeesa as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4001
2019
Births in 2019
5
Latest year
Peak year
2012
20 births
Estimated living
130
2026
Meaning
What does Romeesa mean?
The name Romeesa originates from the Arabic language and culture, with its roots tracing back to the early centuries of the Islamic era. It is believed to be derived from the Arabic word "Ramiz," which means "secret" or "mystery." The name carries connotations of intrigue, depth, and hidden wisdom.
In the ancient Arabic literary traditions, the name Romeesa was occasionally used as a poetic reference or a metaphor to describe the enigmatic nature of certain philosophical or spiritual concepts. While it did not appear prominently in religious scriptures or historical texts, the name's connection to the rich tapestry of Arabic literature and poetry is undeniable.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Romeesa date back to the 8th century CE, during the Abbasid Caliphate's golden age of intellectual and cultural flourishing. One of the first notable individuals to bear this name was Romeesa al-Basri, a renowned scholar and poet from the city of Basra in modern-day Iraq, who lived between 720 and 790 CE. Her works, though not widely preserved, were celebrated for their intricate metaphors and lyrical elegance.
In the 12th century, a prominent figure named Romeesa al-Andalusi gained recognition as a skilled physician and philosopher in the Islamic territories of Andalusia (modern-day Spain and Portugal). Her contributions to the advancement of medical knowledge and her teachings on the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit were highly influential during her time.
Another historical figure of note was Romeesa al-Qahiri, a 13th-century calligrapher and illuminator from Cairo, whose masterful artworks adorned numerous manuscripts and religious texts with intricate Arabic calligraphy and vibrant illustrations. Her works were renowned for their artistic mastery and attention to detail, reflecting the name's association with depth and complexity.
In the 16th century, Romeesa al-Dimashqi, a Syrian poet and scholar, gained acclaim for her eloquent verses and insightful commentaries on classical Arabic literature. Her works explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, resonating with readers across the Islamic world.
While not as prevalent as some other Arabic names, Romeesa has maintained a consistent presence throughout history, carried by individuals who embodied the name's essence of mystery, depth, and intellectual pursuits. Its enduring legacy reflects the rich cultural heritage of the Arabic language and the lasting impact of those who have borne this enigmatic name.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Romeesa over time
The chart below shows babies named Romeesa registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 to 2019. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Romeesa, the clearest high point is 2012. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2019, compared with 20 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Romeesa by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Romeesa 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #2893 | 104 | 10 |
| 2000s | #2504 | 27 | 3 |
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FAQ
Romeesa: questions and answers
How popular is the name Romeesa in the UK right now?
In 2019, Romeesa was ranked #4001 for girls in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Romeesa most popular?
The peak year on record was 2012, with 20 babies registered as Romeesa in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Romeesa?
An Arabic name meaning "brave" or "courageous woman".
How many people are called Romeesa in the UK?
A total of 131 babies have been registered as Romeesa across the 13 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.