Romeo
boy name#301 in 2025Romeo entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #283 in 2024, ranks #301 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1880–2025
#301
rank today
#283
peak (2024)
1,129
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #682 |
| 1890s | #809 |
| 1900s | #684 |
| 1910s | #558 |
| 1920s | #638 |
| 1930s | #796 |
| 1940s | #976 |
| 1950s | #1123 |
| 1960s | #1076 |
| 1970s | #1088 |
| 1980s | #1102 |
| 1990s | #995 |
| 2000s | #548 |
| 2010s | #351 |
| 2020s | #321 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Romeo has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 23,500 people named Romeo are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Romeo alive today was born around 2011, making them about 14 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Romeo in 2025?
- Romeo ranks #301 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,129 babies given the name.
- When was the name Romeo most popular?
- Romeo peaked in 2024, reaching #283 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Romeo with classmates?
- Romeo will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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