Romeo Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Romeo Name at a Glance

Name	Romeo
Meaning	'The Tragedy of Romeo And Juliet' Son to Montague, who falls in love with Juliet, the daughter to Capulet.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Romeo Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Romeo means “'The Tragedy of Romeo And Juliet' Son to Montague, who falls in love with Juliet, the daughter to Capulet”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Romeo Name Origin

Our database records Romeo under Shakespearean origin. Browse more Shakespearean baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Romeo a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Romeo is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Romeo

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