GERONIMO
The meaning of the boy name Geronimo is SPANISH FORM OF JEROME SACRED.
Details on GERONIMO:
- Gender:
- Boy
- Meaning(s):
- Spanish form of jerome sacred
- Popularity for Boy:
- 7,618th in the USA (top 25%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
34 births
GERONIMO as a BOY in 2024
The meaning(s) of GERONIMO:
The name Geronimo is an Italian baby name. In Italian the meaning of the name Geronimo is: sacred'.
The name Geronimo is a Spanish baby name. In Spanish the meaning of the name Geronimo is: sacred'.
The name Geronimo is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Geronimo is: Sacred name.saint's name Jerome. 19th Century American Indian Geronimo was one of the last of the Apache warrior chiefs.
USA birth(s) for GERONIMO by year:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name GERONIMO
GERONIMO as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 34 births |
| 2023 | 31 births |
| 2022 | 36 births |
| 2021 | 43 births |
| 2020 | 41 births |
| 2019 | 50 births |
| 2018 | 33 births |
| 2017 | 39 births |
| 2016 | 48 births |
| 2015 | 46 births |
| 2014 | 32 births |
| 2013 | 39 births |
| 2012 | 54 births |
| 2011 | 39 births |
| 2010 | 28 births |
| 2009 | 55 births |
| 2008 | 44 births |
| 2007 | 44 births |
| 2006 | 42 births |
| 2005 | 53 births |
| 2004 | 34 births |
| 2003 | 34 births |
| 2002 | 41 births |
| 2001 | 47 births |
| 2000 | 44 births |
| 1999 | 40 births |
| 1998 | 44 births |
| 1997 | 42 births |
| 1996 | 38 births |
| 1995 | 44 births |
| 1994 | 37 births |
| 1993 | 18 births |
About the name GERONIMO
Geronimo, a name steeped in history and valor, originates from the Spanish form of the name Hieronymus, derived from the Greek “Hierōnymos,” meaning “sacred name.” Most notably associated with the legendary Apache leader Geronimo, who fiercely resisted the encroachment of American settlers in the late 19th century, the name embodies courage, strength, and resilience. Symbolically, it evokes the spirit of defiance against oppression, a testament to the enduring fight for freedom and justice. While its roots are firmly planted in Native American culture, particularly in the southwestern United States, Geronimo has also found resonance in various regions, including Latin America and among Spanish-speaking communities. The name carries with it an adventurous spirit, evoking images of vast deserts and rugged mountains, and is popular among those who appreciate its rich heritage and the tales of bravery it represents. Choosing Geronimo for your little one can be a beautiful nod to a legacy of strength and a reminder of the importance of standing firm in one’s beliefs.
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