Jeronimo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jeronimo is a Spanish name derived from the Greek Hieronymos, meaning 'sacred name'. It evolved through Latin and became popular in Spain and Latin America due to the influence of Saint Jerome. The name is associated with traits of holiness and cultural significance. It has no direct biblical relevance but is linked to a significant religious figure. Jeronimo has maintained a traditional yet unique status in modern times.
The name Jeronimo is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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, Jeronimo has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled 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 Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jeronimo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3826th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4010th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3194th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2768th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2746th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2708th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2241st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jeronimo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jeronimo"
Pronunciation
/hɛˈroʊnɪmoʊ/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Jeronimo is derived from the Greek name Hieronymos, which means 'sacred name' or 'holy name'. It became popular in Spain and Latin America through the influence of Saint Jerome, a prominent Christian scholar and translator.
Meaning
sacred name
Language Evolution
Hieronymos (Greek), Hieronimus (Latin), Jeronimo (Spanish)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity during the Middle Ages, particularly due to the veneration of Saint Jerome, who translated the Bible into Latin. It has remained a common name in Spanish-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Geronimo, Jero, Jerónimo
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Jeronimo is perceived as a traditional yet unique name, often associated with cultural heritage and religious significance in Spanish-speaking communities.
Famous People
Saint Jerome (Eusebius Hieronymus), Geronimo (Goyathlay), the Apache leader, Jeronimo de la Madre de Dios, the Spanish poet
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jeronimo"
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 "Jeronimo"
"Jeronimo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3826th of 7545 | 71 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4010th of 6773 | 56 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3194th of 7552 | 128 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2768th of 10718 | 208 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2746th of 16616 | 355 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2708th of 24088 | 635 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2241st of 23106 | 745 |
Regional Popularity of "Jeronimo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
81.45% 1927th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
72.67% 1710th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
55.03% 1570th/2853 |
54.52% 1513th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
41.36% 1455th/3518 |
35.51% 1436th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
35.12% 1824th/5194 |
21.94% 1386th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
25.63% 1874th/7313 |
24.04% 1794th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
76.51% 3048th/3984 |
65.92% 2958th/4487 |
22.50% 1535th/6822 |
28.98% 1819th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jeronimo" 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 "Jeronimo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jeronimo" 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.