UK boy's name
Romen
A masculine name of Greek origin meaning "citizen of Rome".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2015. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Romen is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Romen popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2015 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3908, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2015, with 4 births.
This profile covers 4 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2015 to 2015. 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.
Romen is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 4 living people in the UK are called Romen. 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 2016 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Romen ranked #3908 for boys in England and Wales in 2015, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2015, when 4 boys were registered as Romen.
- • About 4 living people in the UK are estimated to have Romen as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3908
2015
Births in 2015
4
Latest year
Peak year
2015
4 births
Estimated living
4
2026
Meaning
What does Romen mean?
The name Romen has its origins in the Latin language, with roots dating back to ancient Roman times. It is believed to be derived from the Latin word "Romanus," which means "Roman" or "of Rome." This name carries a strong connection to the powerful Roman Empire and its influential culture.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Romen can be traced back to the 1st century AD, during the height of the Roman Empire. It was commonly used as a given name among Roman citizens, particularly those with close ties to the city of Rome or the imperial family.
One of the most notable historical figures bearing the name Romen was Romen Aurelius, a Roman statesman and philosopher who lived from 121 AD to 180 AD. He served as the Roman emperor from 161 AD until his death and was known for his wise leadership and philosophical teachings, which were compiled in the work "Meditations."
Another prominent individual with this name was Romen Claudius, a Roman general and politician who lived from 10 BC to 54 AD. He played a significant role in the Roman conquest of Britain and was instrumental in the subjugation of the island's native tribes.
In the realm of literature, the name Romen appears in various ancient Roman texts and inscriptions. For example, the Roman historian Tacitus mentions a Romen Gallicus in his famous work "Annals," describing him as a prominent figure during the reign of Emperor Tiberius in the 1st century AD.
During the Renaissance period, the name Romen experienced a resurgence in popularity, particularly among Italian and French scholars and artists who were inspired by the rich cultural heritage of ancient Rome. One notable bearer of this name was Romen Orsini, an Italian Renaissance artist and architect who lived from 1440 to 1499.
In the 18th century, the name Romen gained popularity in various European countries, including France and Germany. One famous individual with this name was Romen Rolland, a French dramatist, novelist, and philosopher who lived from 1866 to 1944 and was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1915.
While the name Romen has its roots in ancient Roman culture, it has been adopted and used in various parts of the world throughout history, carrying with it a sense of strength, resilience, and historical significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Romen by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Romen 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 | #3908 | 4 | 1 |
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FAQ
Romen: questions and answers
How popular is the name Romen in the UK right now?
In 2015, Romen was ranked #3908 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Romen most popular?
The peak year on record was 2015, with 4 babies registered as Romen in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Romen?
A masculine name of Greek origin meaning "citizen of Rome".
How many people are called Romen in the UK?
A total of 4 babies have been registered as Romen 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.