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Romari

A unique name of uncertain origin but possibly a blend of romance and marine.

Name Census estimates that about 163 living Americans carry the first name Romari. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Romari today is around 8 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Romari births was 2024 (27 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Romari. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.

People living today

163

~ 1 in 2,102,787 Americans

Peak year

2024

27 babies that year

Average age

8

years old

2024 SSA rank

#4,040

Tracked since 2004

Popularity

Romari: popularity over time

The SSA tracks Romari from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 82 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.

Babies born per year

071420272005201020152020

Decades

Romari by decade

The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Romari during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
2000s15015
2010s67067
2020s82082

Geography

Where Romaris live

Origin

Meaning and history of Romari

The name Romari has its origins in the Sanskrit language, tracing back to ancient India around the 5th century BCE. It is derived from the Sanskrit words "roma," meaning "hair," and "ari," meaning "enemy" or "destroyer." This combination suggests a meaning of "one who destroys hair" or "one who removes hair," potentially referring to an ancient practice or ritual.

In the early centuries of the Common Era, the name Romari appeared in various Hindu scriptures and religious texts, often associated with ascetic practices or spiritual disciplines. One notable figure bearing this name was Romari Maharishi, a renowned sage and philosopher from the 3rd century CE, who authored several treatises on the concept of detachment and inner peace.

The name gained further prominence in the 6th century CE with the rise of the Romari Dynasty, a ruling lineage in the Deccan region of southern India. The dynasty's founder, King Romari Deva I, was born in 536 CE and is credited with establishing a prosperous and culturally rich kingdom that patronized the arts, literature, and architecture.

Another historical figure of note was Romari Pandit, a 12th-century Sanskrit scholar and grammarian from the Vijayanagara Empire. His seminal work, "Romari Vyakarana," was a comprehensive treatise on Sanskrit grammar and linguistics, which influenced generations of scholars and linguists.

In the realm of the performing arts, Romari Nritya was a celebrated dancer and choreographer from the 16th century, renowned for her innovative contributions to the classical Indian dance form of Bharatanatyam. Her choreographic works, combining intricate footwork and expressive abhinaya, were widely acclaimed and studied by future generations of dancers.

Moving forward in time, Romari Singh was a prominent military leader and strategist who served under the Maratha Empire in the 18th century. His tactical brilliance and bravery on the battlefield earned him a distinguished reputation, and he played a crucial role in several decisive battles that shaped the course of Indian history during that era.

While the name Romari has ancient roots and a rich historical legacy, its usage has become less common in modern times, particularly in the Indian subcontinent. However, it remains a unique and intriguing name, carrying with it the echoes of spiritual traditions, cultural heritage, and remarkable individuals who left an indelible mark on the annals of history.

People

Romari + last name combinations

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FAQ

Romari: questions and answers

How many people in the U.S. are named Romari?

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 163 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Romari going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,102,787 US residents.

Is Romari a common name?

We classify Romari as "Very Rare". It ranks above 71.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 164 babies have been registered with this name.

When was Romari most popular?

The single biggest year for Romari was 2024, when 27 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Romari is about 8 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.

Is Romari a male name?

Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Romari in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.

Where does this data come from?

First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.

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