Romani

“Feminine form of Romano, meaning 'Roman'.”

Italy origin · Unisex name

♂ 56% boys♀ 44% girls

#5025US 2023

20Births / yr

↓Falling

162All-time births

📅 Since 200900

How to pronounce Romani

roh·MAH·nee

/roʊ.ˈmɑ.niː/ · stress on MAH · 3 syllables

“Feminine form of Romano, meaning 'Roman'.”

Italy origin · Unisex name

What does Romani mean and where does it come from?

Romani can refer to the Romani people, a nomadic ethnic group with origins in northern India that has spread throughout Europe. The name may be popular in Italy and Romania as a descriptor of Italian or Romanian identity. Historical use of the name 'Romano' indicates a geographical connection to Rom

Cultural significance

Romani has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of feminine form of romano, meaning 'roman'..

Peak popularity

Reached #7579 in 2019 — currently #5025 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Romani?

Romani works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Romani Grace

How popular is Romani right now?

Falling — down 862 spots — currently #5025 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#5025 · Top 3.7%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5025	20	▼ down 862 · -23% births
2022	#4163	26	▲ up 1571 · +63% births
2021	#5734	16	▲ up 7062 · +129% births
2020	#12796	7	▼ down 2172 · -30% births
2015	#10624	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Romani

Best Year2022Rank #4163

Peak Count26

Average Rank#7668

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Romani

Romani is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2009. With 162 total births recorded, Romani remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10624 in 2015 to #5025 in 2023. Romani is used for both genders: 44% female and 56% male.

Names that peaked alongside Romani in 2019:

Olivia Emma Ava Sophia Isabella

Romani by decade

Romani peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	17
2010s ★	126
2020s	19

💎Romani has only 162 total recorded births since 2009 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Romani?

Common

RomRomieRomyAni

What names sound and feel like Romani?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Romani also consider these

Swahili-speaking regions · warrior

Oman · from Oman, peaceful

Armani

Italy · From the family

Common questions about the name Romani

What does the name Romani mean?

Romani means "Feminine form of Romano, meaning 'Roman'." — a name rooted in Italy tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Romani?

Romani is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Romani have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Romani?

Romani originates from Italy tradition. Italy names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Romani?

Romani is a three-syllable name pronounced R OW0 M AA1 N IY0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Romani?

Romani pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italy heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.