MallowbyNames

Romari

roh-MAH-ree · Of debated origin; possibly a combination of Roman and Marius, or a modern blend.

2025 rank (boys)
#1,793
Babies named in 2025
89
Peak popularity
2025
2025 frequency
1 in 19,192 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Rising since 2006

Rising since 2006, #1,793 for boys today.

Popularity of Romari since 2004

Babies named Romari per year in U.S. Social Security records.

30598920102020Most births 2025Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
2000s15
2010s67
2020s171

Meaning & origin

Romari is a modern American name first recorded in 2004, reflecting a trend of invented names that combine familiar sounds. It currently ranks 1,793 (2025), with a 1-in-19,192 birth rate, and has been steadily rising since 2006. The name peaked in 2025, showing continued growth, with highest usage in Virginia, North Carolina, and New Jersey. Its etymology is uncertain, but it likely draws from Roman or Marius, fitting into the category of stylish, contemporary boy names.

Romari is a modern given name coinage, first recorded in the United States in 2004. It likely blends elements from names like Roman and Marius, following the pattern of contemporary invented names ending in -ari or -ri. The name has seen steady but modest use, with a spike in Virginia, North Carolina, and New Jersey in recent years.

Where Romari is most popular

Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Fewermore per 100k boystoo few births

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ro, Mari, Roro

Variants: Romare, Romarry

Sibling names for Romari

Names that share Romari's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Zari, Mila, Nova, Kai, Sage

Brothers: Zion, Miles, Roman, Asher, Levi

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Romari mean?
The meaning of Romari is uncertain, but it is thought to be a modern blend of names like Roman and Marius or derived from similar-sounding elements.
How popular is the name Romari?
Romari ranked 1,793 in the most recent year (2025), with approximately 1 in 19,192 baby boys given the name. It has been rising in use since 2006.
Is Romari a boy's name or a girl's name?
Romari is predominantly used for boys, based on U.S. Social Security data.