Homero Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Homero has Greek origins, meaning 'hostage' or 'pledge'. It evolved from the ancient Greek 'Homeros' and has variants such as Homer and Omero. Its connection to the famed poet Homer imbues it with cultural significance and a literary quality. The name has no biblical relevance. Over time, it has maintained a classic perception and is associated with creativity and intelligence.
The name Homero is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Homero has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Homero' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4291st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1860th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1375th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1222nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1458th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2218th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3983rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Homero' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Homero"
Pronunciation
/oˈmeɾo/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Homero is derived from the Greek name 'Homeros', which is believed to be connected to the word 'homiros', meaning 'hostage' or 'pledge'. The exact origin is subject to various interpretations, with some suggesting ties to the Greek epic poet Homer.
Meaning
hostage; pledge
Language Evolution
Homeros (Ancient Greek), Homero (Spanish), Homer (English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity primarily due to the fame of the ancient Greek poet Homer, who is credited with composing the epic poems 'The Iliad' and 'The Odyssey'. Over time, the name spread through different cultures, particularly in Latin and later in Spanish-speaking regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Homer, Homero, Omero
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Homero is less common than its variant Homer, but it retains a classic and literary image, often associated with intelligence and creativity due to its connection to the famous poet.
Famous People
Homero Simpson (fictional character from 'The Simpsons'), Homero Aridjis (Mexican poet and novelist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Homero"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Homero"
"Homero" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4291st of 7545 | 52 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1860th of 6773 | 278 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1375th of 7552 | 604 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1222nd of 10718 | 743 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1458th of 16616 | 891 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2218th of 24088 | 861 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3983rd of 23106 | 318 |
Regional Popularity of "Homero" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
59.17% 1400th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
34.55% 813th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
24.92% 711th/2853 |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
58.63% 1722nd/2937 |
- |
19.87% 699th/3518 |
28.34% 1146th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
16.06% 834th/5194 |
24.36% 1539th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
68.16% 3123rd/4582 |
- |
17.04% 1246th/7313 |
28.78% 2148th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
27.69% 1889th/6822 |
65.98% 4141st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Homero" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Homero"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Homero" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.