Boy
Greek
2 syllables
Jerome
jeh-ROME
/dʒəˈroʊm/
"Spoken with reverence" — a name that carries the weight of saints
Jerome is the English form of the Latin Hieronymus, from Greek Hieronymos meaning 'sacred name.' It is most famously associated with Saint Jerome, the 4th-century scholar who translated the Bible into Latin — the Vulgate — making him one of the most influential figures in Christian history. The name enjoyed popularity throughout the 20th century and retains a dignified, scholarly character.
Quick Facts
Letters6
SyllablesJe · rome
GenderBoy
OriginGreek
Root WordHieronymos
MeaningSacred name; holy name
PopularityCommon
Peak Year1955
Trend
→ Stable
Name DaySeptember 30
Nicknames
JerryRomeJer
About the Name Jerome
Jerome means 'sacred name' or 'holy name,' derived from the Greek Hieronymos, a compound of 'hieros' (sacred) and 'onoma' (name). It is a name that has carried deep religious significance since Saint Jerome popularized it in the 4th century.
Jerome was most popular in the United States during the mid-20th century. It has declined significantly since then but remains a recognizable name with strong cultural associations, particularly in African American and Catholic communities.
Jerome is associated with intelligence, studiousness, and quiet gravitas. People named Jerome are often perceived as serious thinkers with a strong sense of purpose. The name's scholarly saint namesake lends it an intellectual dignity.
Jerome pairs well with traditional middle names: Jerome Alexander, Jerome William, and Jerome Anthony all work beautifully. French-influenced options like Jerome Louis or Jerome Bernard also suit the name's European heritage.
Jerome comes from the Latin Hieronymus, itself from the Greek Hieronymos meaning 'sacred name.' It was spread throughout the Western world largely due to the influence of Saint Jerome, patron saint of translators and librarians.
Common nicknames include Jerry, Rome, and Jer. Jerry was particularly popular in the mid-20th century as an everyday form of the name, while Rome has a more modern, stylish feel.
Personality of Jerome
Perceived character traits commonly associated with people named Jerome
Creativity
70%
Elegance
72%
Independence
74%
Intelligence
86%
Strength
66%
Warmth
68%
Famous People Named Jerome
S
Saint Jerome
4th-century Christian scholar who translated the Bible into Latin (the Vulgate)
J
Jerome K. Jerome
English author of Three Men in a Boat
J
Jerome Kern
American composer who helped develop the Broadway musical form
J
Jerome Bettis
NFL Hall of Fame running back known as 'The Bus'
Middle Names for Jerome
Beautiful combinations that flow well with Jerome
Jerome Jerome Alexander
Jerome Jerome William
Jerome Jerome Anthony
Jerome Jerome David
Jerome Jerome Thomas
Jerome Jerome Patrick
Jerome Jerome Francis
Jerome Jerome Henry
Jerome Jerome Louis
Jerome Jerome Bernard
Names Similar to Jerome
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History of Jerome
347 AD
Saint Jerome born; he will translate the Bible into Latin — the Vulgate
420 AD
Jerome dies and is canonized; name spreads throughout Christendom
1800s
Jerome becomes a fashionable given name in the United States and Europe
1950s
Peaks in US popularity; gradually declines through the late 20th century
Numerology & Symbolism of Jerome
3
Destiny Number
Sum of all letters
7
Soul Urge
Sum of vowels
♍
Zodiac Affinity
Virgo
9
Lucky Number
Personal power digit
🎨
Lucky Color
Purple
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🌸
Lucky Flower
Lavender
Jerome Around the World
How Jerome is written in different languages and scripts
جيروم
Arabic
ジェローム
Japanese
Джером
Russian
제롬
Korean
杰罗姆
Chinese
Ιερώνυμος
Greek
जेरोम
Hindi
ג'רום
Hebrew
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