Spelling Variants
Roman vs Romane: Which Spelling?
Roman and Romane both derive from Latin "Romanus"; Romane is a French variant spelling.
Global Rank #32
Roman
Origin: Russian
The name Roman derives from the Latin "Romanus," meaning "of or from Rome," stemming from Roma, the capital city of the Roman Empire.
Global Rank #36
Romane
Origin: French
The name Romane derives from the Latin "Romanus," meaning "of or from Rome," with linguistic roots in the Roman Empire and its civilization.
Which is more popular? Based on real registry rankings, Roman currently ranks higher globally. Popularity can vary a lot by country — check each name's own page for a full regional breakdown.