Roman baby names
Updated: April 9th, 2024
Roman people follow a different pattern of nomenclature than those which are used by other cultures of Europe and the Mediterranean Sea.
Roman baby names consist of given and family names, conventionally referred to as the tria nomina. Tria nomina is the combination of praenomen, nomen, and cognomen, these are considered as the basic elements of Roman baby names. In Roman naming system there is a use of both both personal names and regular surnames, which is its distinguishing feature. The praenomen is the personal name or given name which is chosen by child's parents. The second element is the nomen gentilicium, also known as gentile name, designated a Roman citizen as a member of a gens. The third element of tria nomina is cognomen which is an additional personal name.
Below is the list of 600 Roman baby names.
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y ZOlivia
Olive Tree, Elf Army
Amelia
Trustworthy, Industrious, Work of the Lord, Fertile
Charlotte
Man, Little and Womanly, Vigorous, Army
Leo
The Lion, Leo, Brave, Strong
Sebastian
Majestic, Exalted, Vehement Protector, Revered
Daniel
Judge is God
Luna
The Moon, Moon
Sofia
Wise Form of Sophia, Beautiful, Will, Wisdom
David
Dearly Loved, Beloved, Courageous Hero who Killed Goliath King of Israel
Emily
Rival, Rivaling, Imitating, Emily
Julian
Down-bearded Youth, Jove's Child, Julia, Soft Bearded
Mila
People, Expensive, Loving, Gracious
Anthony
It evolved from Antony, possibly influenced by the Greek word "anthos" (flower). Popular in various cultures, it's known for its versatility and classic charm, with notable bearers like Anthony Hopkins and Tony Hawk.
Aurora
Dawn
Roman
Man from Rome, Citizen of Roman
Emilia
Emulus, Imitating, Rivaling
Maya
Midwife, Work, Wet Nurse, Durga
Adrian
A name with Roman roots, has been popular in England since the 1950s and is known through figures like Adrian Monk and actor Adrian Grenier. While its similarity to Adrienne once led to neglect, it's now a winning choice.
Eliana
My God is Yahweh, Shining
Victoria
Victor Conqueror, Victorious, Victory, Conquer
Adam
Molded From, Humanity, A Prophet's Name, Man of Earth
Elena
Sun, Variant of Helen, Excellent, The Bright One
Silas
Three, Forest, Wood Dweller, The Third
Valentina
The Word Valens Which is of the Meaning Healthy Strong, Vigorous
Max
Little Maximus, By the Great Stream, Greatest, A Short Form of Maxwell
August
Exalted, Summer, August, Revered
Isabelle
God of Plenty, God's Promise
Clara
Luminous, Famous, Clear, Bright
Rose
Flower Name, Renown, Rose Bush, The Words Hros Which Means Horse
Julia
God is Gracious, Soft Bearded, Down-bearded Youth, Descended from Jupiter (Jove)
Felix
Lucky, Name of a Saint, The Successful, Happy
Matteo
Gift of Yahweh, Gift of God
Emiliano
Rivaling, Emulum, Rival, Imitating
Malachi
Messenger, My Angel
Lucia
The Light of India, Daylight Babies, Shining, Born At Daybreak
Isabel
My God is Bountiful, God's Promise
Cecilia
Blind One, Dim Sighted, Sixth
Emilio
Rivaling, Imitating, Emulum, Wetteifernde
Valeria
Healthy Strong
Alexandra
Feminine of Alexander, To Defend, Protect and Man, Manly
Tristan
Outcry, Dedicated to Mars, From the Celtic Name Tristan, Tumult
June
Vital Force, Born in June, Sixth Month of the Year
Rafael
God has Healed, God Heals
Juliette
Soft-haired, Youthful, Downy, Downy-bearded
Marcus
Defence, The Roman God of War, Mars, Of the Sea
Mark
Dedicated to the God Mars, Boundary, Horse, War-like
Diana
Light, Divine, Daylight, Deity
Javier
Obscure, Flower, Bright, Variant of Xavier
Maximus
The Greatest
Ana
God's Favour, Resurrection, Gracious, Clever
Otto
Born Eighth, Fortune, Famous, Possession
Atticus
From Athens, From Attica
London
The Capital of the United Kingdom, From London
Juliana
Youthful, Jove's Child, Name of a Poem, Julia
Octavia
Born In the Eighth Month, Modeled on a Roman Sex
Martin
War-Like Dedicated to Mars, War-like, Warrior, Warring
Camille
Attendant for a Temple, Swiftness of Foot, Honorable Births, Acolyte
Romeo
One who has Made a Pilgrimage to Rome, Son of Tolmai, Of the Romans, Roman
Paige
Sweet, Server, The Page, Young Servant
Juliet
Soft Bearded, Youthful, Variant of Julia, Illustrious Roman Family
Felicity
Good Fortune, Great Happiness, Happy, Luck
Laura
The Laurel Tree, From Laurentum Stem End, Crowned with Laurels
Cyrus
Master, Ruler, Far Sighted, The Element Kyrios Which Means Lord
Orion
Son of the Fire, Urine
Camilla
Free-born, Religious, He Who is with the Illustrious, Acolyte
Cristian
Belonging to Christ, The Anointed One, Christian
Adriana
Adriatic Sea, Square Room, Dark and Rich, Woman from Hadria
Celine
Goddess of the Moon, Similar to Celia or Selena, A French Pirate Name is Celine Le Beak, Heaven
Lauren
Sweet Bay Tree Symbolic of Honor and Victory, Laurel, Of Laurentum, Man from Laurentium
Julius
Jove's Child, Youthful, Down-bearded Youth, Dedicated to Jupiter
Aurelia
Golden, Golden-Haired, Gold Made
Lara
Seagull, Laurel, Native of Larissa, Bright
Serena
Quiet, Cheerful, The Word Serenus Which is of the Meaning Serene Clear Bright, Joy
Lawson
Son of Law or Lawrence, Son of Lawrence
Titus
Title, Honored, New Testament Character, Giant
Cesar
Variant of Caesar, Cut, Long Haired, Hirsute
Luciana
Born at Day Break, Bright, Daylight Babies, Shining
Sergio
Servant, Famous Roman Family of the 1St Century
Viviana
Lively, Vibrant, Life, Alive
Adelina
Noble
Apollo
Apollinaria, The Element Apollymi Meaning to Destroy
Liana
Inspired By the Same Vine, Julia, Emulum
Bianca
The White, Glossy
Rosa
Rush, Kindness, Little Rose, Truthful
Carmen
Song, Garden Orchard, Bright Red, Son of
Cassius
Empty, Vain
Amanda
The Lovely, In Love, Gracious, Deserving to be Loved
Mae
The Fifth Month of the Year, May, Beloved, Kinswomen
Emanuel
A Biblical Name-title Applied to the Messiah, Variant of Hebrew Name Immanuel, God is with us
Quincy
Fifth, Derived from Roman Clan Name, Like a Queen, Cuinchy
Julieta
Dedicated to Jupiter
Augustus
Revered, Great, Worthy of Respect, Majestic
Justice
Judge, Just, Justice
Renata
Born Again
Marcos
Dedicated to Mars (The Roman God of War)
Sylas
Forest, Wood
Rhea
To Flow, Singer, Earth, The Elements Res
Flora
Blooming, Flower, Form of Florence, Blossom
Rome
Roman, Son of Tolmai, Pilgrim to Rome, Of the Romans
Leyla
Black Beauty, Companion of the Night, Wine, Nocturnal
Dominick
Belonging to the Lord, Offered to the Lord
Dayana
Light, Deity, Resisting, Daylight
Virginia
The Virgin, Maiden, Pure
Leandro
Man of the People, Folk
Reyna
Form of Regina, Queen
Marcelo
Consecrated to the God Mars, Dedicated to Mars
Darius
Wealthy, Possess, Give, Prophet
Armando
Warrior, Strong and Man, Army
Marcel
Form of the Latin Marcellus, Young Warrior, Hammer, Warlike
Rosalia
Rose
Maci
Mattea, Weapon, Domain of Maccius
Beatrix
The Words Viator Meaning Traveller Pilgrim, Happy, Auspicious
Sol
Sun
Artemis
A Butcher, Whole, Healthy, Safe
Priscilla
Time-Honored, Ancient, Antique, Primitive
Magnus
Great, Large
Liberty
Freedom, Independence, Liberty
Julien
Youthful, Julia, Illustrious Roman Family, Jove's Child
Roland
Famous Land Owner, Fame, Domain, Homeland
Marceline
Little Hammer, God of War Mars Ordained
Julie
Descended from Jupiter (Jove), Youth, Soft Bearded, Jove's Child
Livia
Blue, Envious, Life, Illustrious Roman Family
Cassian
Vain, Empty
Belle
God Protects My House
Aries
Ram
Ambrose
Undying, The Element Ambrosios Which Means Immortal Divine, Ever-living
Vincenzo
One Who Overcomes, Victor, The Winning
Antonia
That Feeds on Flower, Priceless Inestimable
Carmelo
Fruitful Land, Bright Red, Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Garden
Amias
Friendship
Kaiser
Meaning “emperor” in German, it shares a strong two-syllable rhythm with names like Hunter and Asher.
Natasha
Form of Natalie, A Flower, Rebirth-from Anastasia, Born on Christmas
Evander
Good Man
Carla
Army, Husband, Vigorous, Strong
Marcellus
Dedicated to Mars, God of War Mars Ordained
Filip
Friend of Horses, Horse Lover
Aura
The Aura, Wind, Or, Breeze
Claudia
Limping, Lame, Disabled, Persevering
Rosalyn
Lime-Wood Shield, Linden, Fame, Lime
Thaddeus
Praise be to God, Friend, Heart, Udder
Rosalina
Fame, Lime, Linden, Lime-Wood Shield
Juno
Young, June
Guinevere
The Elements Gwen Meaning White Fair Blessed Holy, Soft
Jovi
God is Merciful, Light, Youth, Deity
Cordelia
Jewel of the Sea, Little Hearts, Heart, Cordus
Gaia
The Word Ge with the Meaning Earth
Giavanna
Yahweh is Gracious
Emiliana
Rivaling, Imitating, Emulum
Perry
Traveler, Son of Harry, Dweller by the Pear Tree, Traveller
Sandra
Protect and Man, Man's Defender, Protector, Form of Alexander
Jana
The Lord is Gracious, Derived from Jananam - Birth, Man, Born Bravery
Maurice
Muir Meaning Sea, The Moor, Moorish, Dark-skinned
Honor
Honor, Dignity, Integrity, Esteem
Chiara
Bright, Light, Luminous, Clear
Matei
Gift of Yahweh
Adela
Noble, Small Winged One, Honorable, Love
Marcella
Dedicated to Mars, Warlike, Female Version of Marcellus, Warring
Maxim
The Greatest
Jillian
Down-bearded Youth, Girl, Youthful, Jove's Child
Tatiana
From the House of Tatius, King of the Sabines
Valencia
The Word Valentia Which Means Power, Valentia
Emil
Emulating, Inspired By An Ancient Roman Sex, Imitating, Rivaling
Daria
Rich, Possesses a Lot, Mighty One, Knowing
Jupiter
Daylight, Light, Father, Deity
Vivianna
Lively, Full of Life
Martina
Lady, Dedicated, From the God Mars
Kaius
Latin in origin and meaning “rejoice,” it's a stylish take on Caius with the cool nickname Kai.
May
Princess of the Sea, Bitter, T, Wished-for Child
Ines
The Chaste, Partner
Adrienne
Adriatic Sea, Woman from Hadria
Andrei
The Manly, Man, Masculine, Brave
Linden
From the Linden Tree Hill, Lives by the Linden Tree Hill
Jovan
Yahweh is Gracious, Youth
Leilah
Dark Beauty, Born at Night
Anton
Priceless, Who Eats Flower, Beyond Praise, Highly Praiseworthy
Ulysses
Wrathful, The Word Odyssesthai Meaning to Hate, To be Angry
Markus
God of War Mars Ordained
Isadora
Gift of the Goddess Isis
Cai
Color, Colorful
Cecily
Blind One, Sixth