Romario

“a variation of Romanus, meaning 'of Rome'”

Brazil origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#4313US 2023

25Births / yr

↓Falling

996All-time births

📅 Since 198900.01% of births at peak

How to pronounce Romario

RAH·MAH·REYE·oh

/ˈrɑ.ˈmɑ.ˈraɪ.oʊ/ · stress on RAH · 4 syllables

“a variation of Romanus, meaning 'of Rome'”

Brazil origin · Boy name

What does Romario mean and where does it come from?

Romario is a name derived from the Latin name 'Romanus', which means 'from Rome'. It gained prominence in Brazil, particularly due to the famous Brazilian football player Romário de Souza Faria, who was a key figure in the 1994 FIFA World Cup. The name is most common in Portuguese-speaking countries

Cultural significance

Romario has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Brazil-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variation of romanus, meaning 'of rome'.

Peak popularity

Reached #1126 in 1994 — currently #4313 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Romario?

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

Romario Grace

How popular is Romario right now?

Falling — down 918 spots — currently #4313 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#4313 · Top 3.2%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4313	25	▼ down 918 · -29% births
2022	#3395	35	▲ up 1070 · +52% births
2021	#4465	23	▼ down 630 · -15% births
2020	#3835	27	▲ up 2034 · +80% births
2015	#5869	15	▼ down 1262 · -29% births
2010	#4607	21	▼ down 1452 · -36% births
2005	#3155	33	▼ down 590 · -11% births
2000	#2565	37	▼ down 1213 · -52% births
1995	#1352	77	▲ up 3046 · +492% births
1990	#4398	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Romario

Best Year1995Rank #1352

Peak Count77

Average Rank#3795

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 202310 years

The story of Romario

Romario is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1989. With 996 total births recorded, Romario remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4398 in 1990 to #4313 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Romario in 1994:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua Tyler

Romario by decade

Romario peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	9
1990s ★	410
2000s	346
2010s	204
2020s	27

💎Romario has only 996 total recorded births since 1989 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Romario?

Common

RomRomieRomyArio

What names sound and feel like Romario?

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

Rozario

Italy · means 'of the

Rosario

Spain · rose garden

Tomario

Spanish · a variant of

Omario

American · Italian

Romarion

American · Of Rome; a

Romelio

Spanish · a variation of

Rogerio

Portuguese · famous spear

Ramario

Latin · wise protector

Common questions about the name Romario

What does the name Romario mean?

Romario means "a variation of Romanus, meaning 'of Rome'" — a name rooted in Brazil 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 Romario?

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

What is the cultural origin of Romario?

Romario originates from Brazil tradition. Brazil 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 Romario?

Romario is a four-syllable name pronounced R AA1 M AA1 R AY1 OW0. 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 Romario?

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