JEROME
The meaning of the unisex name Jerome is HOLY NAME.
Details on JEROME:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Holy name
- Popularity for Boy:
- 2,840th in the USA (top 10%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 25,777th in the USA (bottom 50%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
143 births
JEROME as a BOY in 2024
5 births
JEROME as a GIRL in 1993
The meaning(s) of JEROME:
The name Jerome is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Jerome is: Holy name.
The name Jerome is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Jerome is: Holy name.
The name Jerome is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Jerome is: Holy name.St. Jerome (4th century) was responsible for the Latin translation of the Bible (the Vulgate).Famous Bearers: British writer Jerome K. Jerome (1859-1927) and American composer/songwriter Jerome Kern (1885-1945).(see also Geronimo).
USA SSA birth(s) for JEROME:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name JEROME
JEROME as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 143 births |
| 2023 | 186 births |
| 2022 | 181 births |
| 2021 | 188 births |
| 2020 | 211 births |
| 2019 | 242 births |
| 2018 | 252 births |
| 2017 | 253 births |
| 2016 | 269 births |
| 2015 | 268 births |
| 2014 | 283 births |
| 2013 | 294 births |
| 2012 | 336 births |
| 2011 | 305 births |
| 2010 | 306 births |
| 2009 | 358 births |
JEROME as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 5 births |
| 1991 | 6 births |
| 1989 | 7 births |
| 1988 | 12 births |
| 1987 | 11 births |
| 1986 | 10 births |
| 1985 | 12 births |
| 1984 | 12 births |
| 1983 | 13 births |
| 1982 | 14 births |
| 1981 | 20 births |
| 1980 | 11 births |
| 1979 | 15 births |
| 1978 | 11 births |
| 1977 | 16 births |
| 1976 | 21 births |
About the name JEROME
Jerome, a name steeped in history and rich in meaning, finds its origins in the Greek name Hieronymos, meaning "sacred name." This timeless moniker has graced the pages of history through figures like Saint Jerome, the revered translator of the Bible, whose dedication to knowledge and faith imbues the name with a sense of wisdom and reverence. Popular across various cultures, Jerome resonates in countries such as France, where it carries a certain charm, and in the United States, where it evokes a sense of tradition and strength. Its melodic sound dances through Italian and Spanish-speaking regions, where it is often celebrated as Geronimo, a name that conjures images of courage and resilience. In the tapestry of names, Jerome stands out as a choice that embodies both classic elegance and a deep-rooted connection to heritage, making it a splendid option for a baby destined to carry a legacy of meaning and depth.
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