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Name Origin

Romy is a diminutive of the German name 'Rosemary', which means 'dew of the sea'. It's also sometimes considered a shortened version of 'Romana', meaning 'citizen of Rome' in Latin.

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Famous People

Romy Schneider (1938-1982)

Actress

  • Starred in iconic French and German films like 'Sissi' trilogy, 'Christine'
  • Won numerous awards including the César Award for Best Actress
  • Considered one of Europe's most celebrated actresses of the 20th century

Romy Madley Croft (1989-)

Musician, Singer-Songwriter

  • Co-founder and guitarist of the indie rock band The xx
  • Won a Mercury Prize for their self-titled debut album
  • Known for their minimalist and atmospheric sound