Romy
Romy is a girl name of German origin meaning “Rosemary, from Rome”, pronounced ROH-mee. It ranked #698 in the United States in 2025, given to 407 babies, and peaked at #698 in 2025. Common nicknames: Ro, Rom.
How popular is Romy in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Romy mean, and where does it come from?
Romy is a German and Dutch short form of Rosemarie, and is also read as a feminine of Roman. It belongs above all to Romy Schneider, the Austrian actress who played Sissi as a teenager and spent the rest of her career escaping her, becoming one of the great screen presences of European cinema. The name is a top-twenty choice in the Netherlands. American records hold it from 1959, and it entered the top thousand in 2024, reaching its highest position in 2025.
How is Romy used around the world?
Romy is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 3+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Romy?
Famous People Named Romy
- Romy Schneider — Austrian-German actress
- Romy Haag — Dutch-German performer and nightclub owner
- Romy Müller — German sprinter and Olympic champion
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Romy mean?
Romy is a girl name of German origin meaning "Rosemary, from Rome." Romy is a German and Dutch short form of Rosemarie, and is also read as a feminine of Roman. It belongs above all to Romy Schneider, the Austrian actress who played Sissi as a teenager and spent the rest of her career escaping her, becoming one of the great screen presences of European cinema.
How do you pronounce Romy?
Romy is pronounced ROH-mee. Common variations include Romi, Rommy, Rosemarie.
Is Romy a girl name?
Yes, Romy is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Ro, Rom.