Romilly

“from the Roman estate”

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#7568US 2023

15Births / yr

↑Rising

60All-time births

📅 Since 201300

How to pronounce Romilly

RAH·MILL·EYE

/ˈrɑ.ˈmɪll.ˈaɪ/ · stress on RAH · 3 syllables

“from the Roman estate”

English origin · Girl name

What does Romilly mean and where does it come from?

Romilly is a name that has both French and English origins. In French, it suggests a person from a Roman estate. Alternatively, it is also linked to 'romel', Old French for 'a small river', reflecting features of nature. The name's appeal has grown in the English-speaking world as a vintage name re-

Cultural significance

Romilly has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of from the roman estate.

Peak popularity

Reached #8836 in 2020 — currently #7568 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Romilly?

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

Romilly Grace

How popular is Romilly right now?

Rising fast — up 1380 spots — currently #7568 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#7568 · Top 5.6%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7568	15	▲ up 1380 · +25% births
2022	#8948	12	▲ up 8243 · +140% births
2021	#17191	5	▼ down 8355 · -58% births
2020	#8836	12	▲ up 7319 · +100% births
2015	#16155	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Romilly

Best Year2023Rank #7568

Peak Count15

Average Rank#11740

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Romilly

Romilly is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2013. With 60 total births recorded, Romilly remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #16155 in 2015 to #7568 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Romilly in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

💎Romilly has only 60 total recorded births since 2013 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Romilly?

Common

RomRomieRomyOmilly

What names sound and feel like Romilly?

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

Romell

English · from Rome

Romely

American · Derived from the

Camilly

France · Derived from the

Kamilly

American · Variation of Kamille

American · helper; warrior; brave

Rosely

English · derived from 'rose',

Common questions about the name Romilly

What does the name Romilly mean?

Romilly means "from the Roman estate" — a name rooted in English 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 Romilly?

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

What is the cultural origin of Romilly?

Romilly originates from English tradition. English 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 Romilly?

Romilly is a three-syllable name pronounced R AA1 M IH1 L L AY1. 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 Romilly?

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