How to Type Roman Numerals in Word & Excel (3 Easy Ways)

Roman numerals are the “old-style” numbers made from letters, like I, V, X, L, C, D, M. You’ll see them in outlines, chapter headings, and formal documents.

This guide shows you how to convert normal numbers (1, 2, 3…) into Roman numerals (I, II, III…) using:

• Word (convert one number using a field)
• Word (make a Roman numeral list using automatic numbering)
• Excel (convert many numbers using a formula)

Once you generate Roman numerals in Word or Excel, you can copy and paste them into Google Docs, PowerPoint, emails, and anywhere else.

1-Minute Answer (fastest methods)

• Need ONE Roman numeral in Word (example: 24 → XXIV)?
  Use a Word field: Ctrl + F9 → type =24*ROMAN → press F9
• Need a Roman numeral LIST in Word (i, ii, iii or I, II, III)?
  Use Numbering: Home → Numbering ▼ → choose a Roman numeral style
• Need MANY conversions (a list/column)?
  Use Excel: =ROMAN(24) → XXIV or =ROMAN(A1) → fill down

Quick Reference (Word vs Excel)

Copy & Paste (quick mini section)

Here are Roman numerals 1 to 10 you can copy instantly:

I II III IV V VI VII VIII IX X

For bigger numbers (like 24 → XXIV), use the Word/Excel methods below so you don’t have to guess.