boy name
Romeo
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#302 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Romeo in the US, 1880–2025
Romeo first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2024, when 1,191 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,129.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Romeo a boy or a girl name?
Romeo is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Romeo?
In 2025, Romeo ranked #302 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Romeo most popular?
Romeo was most popular in 2024, when about 1,191 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.