Romel
About Romel
Romel is a masculine name with multiple cultural connections. It's often considered a variant of Romell or Romulus, the legendary founder of Rome, suggesting meanings related to "from Rome" or "Roman." In some cultures, it may be a variation of Romell or Romello. The name has a strong, distinguished sound while remaining relatively uncommon in most Western countries. Romel has some usage in Hispanic and Filipino communities. Its similarity to the name of the historical figure Field Marshal Erwin Rommel sometimes creates an association, though spelled differently. With its strong consonants and clean pronunciation, Romel offers a distinctive yet accessible option for parents seeking a name with subtle international flair.
Pronounced ro-MEL.
As of October 2026, Romel ranked #3116 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1321 in 1978, Nameberry popularity #688.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #2,613 | 47 | 24.5 |
| 2015 | #2,672 | 46 | 24 |
| 2016 | #2,613 | 48 | 25.3 |
| 2017 | #2,937 | 41 | 22.2 |
| 2018 | #2,836 | 43 | 23.7 |
| 2019 | #3,551 | 32 | 17.8 |
| 2020 | #3,789 | 28 | 16.2 |
| 2021 | #2,960 | 42 | 24 |
| 2022 | #2,949 | 43 | 24.6 |
| 2023 | #2,933 | 43 | 25.1 |
| 2024 | #3,370 | 35 | 20.3 |
| 2025 | #3,116 | 39 | 22.8 |
World rankings
Romel on lists
Famous Romels
- Romel Beck
Mexican basketball player