Holding steady, #13,208 for girls today.
Popularity of Romelia since 1912
Babies named Romelia per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1954, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Romelia's real moment was 1941.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 47 |
| 1920s | 141 |
| 1930s | 171 |
| 1940s | 205 |
| 1950s | 243 |
| 1960s | 192 |
| 1970s | 174 |
| 1980s | 131 |
| 1990s | 90 |
| 2000s | 56 |
| 2010s | 87 |
| 2020s | 86 |
Meaning & origin
Romelia is a rare Spanish and Italian feminine name that has maintained a steady but minimal presence in the United States since the early 20th century. First recorded in 1912, the name saw its peak popularity in 1941, though even then it was uncommon. In 2023, it ranked 13,208th with a frequency of about 1 in every 267,878 births. Its trajectory has remained stable, never experiencing a sharp rise or decline. Top states for the name are not reported due to its scarcity, suggesting usage is scattered. Romelia offers a distinctive alternative to more common Roman-related names like Romina or Roma, and carries a gentle, melodic sound.
Romelia is a feminine given name found primarily in Spanish and Italian contexts, derived from the masculine Romelio, itself a variant of Romeo or Romolo. These names ultimately trace back to the Latin 'Romanus,' meaning 'Roman' or 'citizen of Rome.' The name has historical usage in Spanish-speaking countries and Italy, though it has never been widespread.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Romie, Melia, Romi
Variants: Romelia, Romelie
Sibling names for Romelia
Names that share Romelia's style, for a brother or sister.
