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Origin: Latin

Meaning: Citizen of Rome

Celebrate baby’s old soul and mythical spirit with the name Romulus. This masculine name has Latin roots, translating to “Citizen of Rome.” If you’ve got a love for Roman mythology, this name may remind you of the story of Remus and Romulus, twin brothers who were described as founding the city of Rome and establishing the Roman kingdom. Their story also involves being nursed by a she-wolf during their infancy—think of the famous bronze statue La Lupa Capitolina. If you imagine baby being the start of a movement one day, the name Romulus is sure to help them connect to their inner leader.