Romaine
Meaning of Romaine
Romaine is a unisex name with origins in both English and French. In English, it is pronounced as roh-MAYN (/roʊˈmeɪn/), while in French it is pronounced as roh-MEN (/ʁɔ.mɛn/). This name has variations such as Roman. Romaine has been given to newborns in the United States since at least 1912, and its popularity has fluctuated over the years. In recent years, it has been given to an average of 6 to 10 newborns annually, ranking around 10,000th in terms of popularity. Despite its relatively low usage, Romaine can be a unique and meaningful choice for parents looking for a gender-neutral name with both English and French associations.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as roh-MAYN (/roʊˈmeɪn/)
French
- Pronunced as roh-MEN (/ʁɔ.mɛn/)
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Notable People Named Romaine
| Romaine Brooks was an American painter known for her subdued tonal palette and androgynous portraits, working mostly in Paris and Capri. |
| Romaine Patterson is an American LGBT rights activist, radio personality, and author known for her activism following the murder of Matthew Shepard and her co-hosting of the Derek and Romaine show on SiriusXM's OutQ. |
| Romaine Waite is a Canadian actor known for his roles in The Mist and Star Trek: Discovery. |
