What Are People From Rome Called?

Name: Rome
Address: Southern Europe, Italy

Southern Europe, Italy

Italy

People from Rome are called:

People from Rome are called Roman.

Demonym:

Roman

Pronunciation:

/ˈroʊmən/

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About Rome

Capital and largest city of Italy.
Known as the 'Eternal City' with over 2,800 years of history.
Home to Vatican City, Colosseum, and countless ancient monuments.
Major pilgrimage destination and UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Quick Facts

Population:: 2,872,800 (2024 est.)
Country:: Italy
Region:: Southern Europe

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Etymology & Origin

Possibly from the Etruscan word 'rumon' meaning 'river', or from the legendary founder Romulus.

Nearby Places

Other places in the region and their demonyms

Paris

1105 km northwest

People are called:

Parisian

Athens

1050 km east

People are called:

Athenian

Quick Facts

Population:: 2,872,800 (2024 est.)
Country:: Italy
Region:: Southern Europe

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