Roméo

Roméo is a masculine given name used primarily in French-speaking contexts. It is the French form of the Italian name Romeo, which in turn is associated with the Latin name Romanus, meaning “Roman” or “from Rome.” The name gained strong cultural recognition through Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet; in French translations, the character is rendered Roméo, reinforcing its romantic associations.

In Francophone countries, Roméo is a recognizable given name and is often written with the acute accent on the final e. Outside French-speaking regions, the form Romeo is more common, particularly in Italian and English usage.

Notable people with the name include Roméo LeBlanc, a Canadian political figure who served as Governor General of Canada; Roméo Dallaire, a Canadian lieutenant-general and humanitarian; and Roméo Elvis, a Belgian rapper. The name also appears in fiction and media, where it is used to convey traits associated with romance, charm, or heroism.

Variations and related forms exist in different languages, with Romeo being the closest international counterpart. In everyday use, Roméo remains a distinctly Francophone choice, valued for its classic and literary associations.