From Rome or of the Roman people
Romelia is a feminine elaboration of the name Roman, likely originating as a Latinate or Spanish variant. It carries the historical weight of the Roman Empire while offering a softer, more melodic ending common in Romance languages. Though rare in the United States, it has a long history of use in Latin American cultures.
Less common today
Romelia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,133 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Guatemalan poet, journalist, and suffragette
Olympic swimmer from Paraguay
