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Marie Lanen
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This year, Parc Asterix is celebrating its 35th anniversary. For the occasion, a boy’s first name is being particularly honored (as well as three other first names). In fact, people with this first name will be able to enter the park for free until August 31!
The second most visited amusement park in France, Parc Asterix is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year. On this occasion, until August 31, entry is free* for people named Romain, Romaine, Roman or Romane. In addition to this free entry, they will be able to get a 10% discount on the full-price ticket. Doctissimo is taking the opportunity to highlight the first name Romain.
Romain, a Latin name from the top 400
In France, the first name Romain is borne by 186,000 people. It is among the top 400 most popular first names. Although its popularity is declining among future parents, it is nonetheless an essential first name. This first name means “Roman” in Latin. It was borne by four Byzantine emperors, a pope and a saint who founded the monasteries of Mount Jura in the 5th century.
Despite this rich history, Romain struggled to make a name for itself before the end of the 20th century in France. It took off as a new name in the late 1960s and rose to number 3 for boys in 1987-1988. Although it passed the torch to Roman and Romane, it remains a popular choice for parents today. It is ranked 62nd in the top 100 of the 20th century!
In terms of characterology, the Romans are credited with knowledge, spirituality, sagacity, decision and character. Little boys who know what they want!
Please note: we celebrate the Romans on February 28.
Other first names are in the spotlight at Parc Asterix
If the Romans will be able to benefit from a free place at Parc Asterix, the Romans, Romaines and Romanes will also benefit.
Romane, like its male counterpart, means “Roman” in Latin. Unknown until the early 1970s, this first name would probably have remained confidential if the actress Romane Bohringer had given herself a different name. Discovered in 1992 in the films of Claude Miller (L’Accompagnatrice) and Cyril Collard (Les Nuits fauves), the actress became the best ambassador of the first name. After peaking at 14th national rank (in 2007), Romane continued its slow decline. With the exception of Wallonia, this first name has hardly been given outside of France.
Perhaps future parents would be more attracted by its variants Romana, Romanella, Romanie, Romélie or Romina. Its characterology can also change the situation: pragmatism, communication, optimism, determination, willpower. Little girls who will undoubtedly bring joy to their parents.
*Details of the offer at Parc Asterix
- Free for people whose first name is Romain Romaine, Roman or Romane + 10% discount on the full price (Adult €62 / Child €54) for up to 3 accompanying persons.
- The offer applies to people with one of these first names as their first, second or tenth first name but not their last name.
- Validity period: July 1 to August 31, 2024
- Sales channel: Parc Astérix ticket offices only
- The offer is valid only once per day by the same person but can be renewed several times over the same period.
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