Romeo

Meaning of Romeo

Romeo means "pilgrim to Rome" or simply "Roman."

Romeo has Italian roots — browse every Italian baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Romeo

Romeo has cooled off, slipping to #302 in 2025, down from a peak of #283 in 2024.

Notable people named Romeo

• Romeo Santos
  American singer, songwriter, actor
• Romeo Miller
  American rapper and actor
• Romeo Beckham
  English model and footballer
• Romeo Crennel
  American football coach
• Romeo Gigli
  Italian fashion designer

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Questions about the name Romeo

What does the name Romeo mean?

Romeo means romeo means "pilgrim to rome" or simply "roman.", and it comes from Italian origins.

Is Romeo a boy's or a girl's name?

Romeo is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Romeo?

In 2025, Romeo ranked #302 for boys, down from #283 the year before.

When was Romeo most popular?

Romeo peaked at #283 in 2024.