Romello
2025 SSA
About Romello
Romello is a masculine name with multiple potential origins, possibly representing a diminutive form of Romeo (Italian, meaning 'pilgrim to Rome') or a variation of Romulo (Spanish form of Romulus, the mythical founder of Rome). The name blends classical Roman references with a melodic, contemporary sound. Romello emerged in American naming practices during the late 20th century, gaining modest usage particularly in the 1990s and 2000s. The name carries a romantic, musical quality with its flowing syllables and soft ending. Its Latin roots give it historical depth while its modern sound appeals to contemporary tastes. Romello offers parents a distinctive yet accessible choice that balances uniqueness with familiar phonetic elements.
Pronounced ro-MEL-o.
As of October 2026, Romello ranked #2530 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #842 in 1995.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #1,853 | 80 | 41.6 |
| 2015 | #2,346 | 56 | 29.2 |
| 2016 | #2,361 | 56 | 29.5 |
| 2017 | #1,910 | 76 | 41.1 |
| 2018 | #2,038 | 71 | 39.1 |
| 2019 | #2,104 | 69 | 38.5 |
| 2020 | #2,202 | 63 | 36.5 |
| 2021 | #1,910 | 80 | 45.7 |
| 2022 | #2,312 | 62 | 35.5 |
| 2023 | #2,238 | 64 | 37.4 |
| 2024 | #2,276 | 63 | 36.6 |
| 2025 | #2,530 | 53 | 31 |
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