Romulus Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Romulus is a name of Latin origin meaning 'Rome's founder'. It has evolved from Old Latin to Middle Latin, maintaining its association with the legendary figure who founded Rome. The name embodies traits of strength and leadership, with no biblical relevance. It gained historical significance in ancient Rome and is still recognized today.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Romulus"
Pronunciation
/ˈrɒmjʊləs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Romulus is derived from the Latin word 'Roma', meaning 'Rome'. According to Roman mythology, Romulus was one of the twin brothers who founded the city of Rome.
Meaning
Rome's founder
Language Evolution
Romulus (Latin), Romulus (Old Latin), Romulus (Middle Latin)
Historical Usage
The name Romulus gained popularity in ancient Rome and has been used throughout history as a reference to the legendary founder of Rome.
Variants & Derivatives
Rom, Romy
Modern Popularity & Image
Romulus is often associated with strength and leadership, reflecting the legendary figure's role as a founder and ruler.
Famous People
Romulus Augustulus, the last Roman emperor of the West, Romulus Linney, an American playwright and novelist
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✨ Romulus Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 31 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in North Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Romulus"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Romulus"
"Romulus" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3894th of 7545 | 68 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4679th of 6773 | 32 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6502nd of 7552 | 11 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5421st of 10718 | 55 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10839th of 16616 | 26 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 10707th of 24088 | 74 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6221st of 23106 | 165 |
Regional Popularity of "Romulus" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
91.55% 2166th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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95.07% 2237th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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79.30% 3558th/4487 |
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75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Romulus" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Romulus"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Romulus" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Romulus" in the United States
The name Romulus is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Romulus has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Romulus' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3894th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4679th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6502nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5421st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10839th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10707th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6221st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Romulus' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.