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Name Origin

Roméo is a French masculine given name derived from the Italian name Romeo. It is most famously associated with William Shakespeare's tragic play 'Romeo and Juliet,' where Romeo Montague is the male protagonist known for his passionate love for Juliet Capulet.

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Famous People

Roméo Dallaire (1946-)

Lieutenant-General, humanitarian

  • Known for his role as Force Commander of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Rwanda (UNAMIR) during the Rwandan genocide.
  • Advocate for genocide prevention and human rights.

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