Declining since 1992, #8,910 for boys today.
Popularity of Romulo since 1912
Babies named Romulo per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1993, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Romulo's real moment was 1912.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 13 |
| 1920s | 40 |
| 1930s | 31 |
| 1940s | 66 |
| 1950s | 56 |
| 1960s | 67 |
| 1970s | 122 |
| 1980s | 111 |
| 1990s | 115 |
| 2000s | 92 |
| 2010s | 78 |
| 2020s | 51 |
Meaning & origin
Romulo, the Spanish and Portuguese form of Romulus, has ancient ties to the founding legend of Rome but is exceedingly rare in modern naming. First recorded in U.S. data in 1912, it reached its peak rank that same year at 8,910. Since then, its use has been in decline, with a steady downward trajectory since at least 1992. In 2025, the name's rarity places it at about 1 in 213,510 newborns. Despite its classical roots, it has not seen any notable revival and appears in no top states, indicating a scattered and minimal presence. The name offers a strong, historical resonance for parents drawn to ancient Roman associations, but it remains an obscure choice.
Romulo is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Romulus, the legendary founder of Rome. The name's origin is debated; it may be connected to the Etruscan name 'Rumile' or the Latin 'Roma' (city of Rome). Despite its ancient roots, use in modern times is rare, especially outside Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking communities.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Romy, Lulo
Variants: Rómulo, Romulus
Sibling names for Romulo
Names that share Romulo's style, for a brother or sister.
