| Meaning | sacred name, holy name |
| Origin | Greek |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Je-rome |
Jerome is a strong and timeless baby boy name with a rich historical background. Originating from ancient Greek, it carries the meaningful connotation of a "sacred name" or "holy name." Parents choosing the name Jerome for their son often hope to imbue him with virtues like moral integrity, honor, and respect.
With its variations such as Jeremy and Jerônimo, Jerome offers a touch of uniqueness while remaining familiar and easily recognizable. The name has a sense of sophistication, making it suitable for boys of all ages, from cute toddlers to accomplished professionals.
Many famous figures have borne the name Jerome, from sports legends like Jerome Bettis to literary icons like Jerome K. Jerome. Its appearance in fiction, like with Jerome Valeska from "Gotham" or the lovable "Jerry" Seinfeld from the sitcom "Seinfeld," further cements its place in popular culture.
For parents seeking a name with a strong historical heritage and a blend of modernity and tradition, Jerome stands as an excellent choice for their beloved baby boy.
| Jeremy |
| Jérôme |
| Gerolamo |
| Jerônimo |
| Jerónimo |
| Jer |
| Rome |
| Jerry |
| Romy |
| Romey |
| Jerome Bettis | Former American football player and NFL Hall of Famer |
| Jerome Robbins | Renowned American choreographer and dancer |
| Jerome Powell | Former Chairman of the U.S. Federal Reserve |
| Jerome K. Jerome | English writer and humorist, known for "Three Men in a Boat" |
| Jerome Karle | American Nobel laureate in chemistry |
| Jerome Flynn | British actor and singer known for "Game of Thrones" |
| Jerome Boateng | German professional footballer |
| Jerome Bonaparte | Younger brother of Napoleon Bonaparte |
| Jerome Iginla | Former Canadian ice hockey player and NHL star |
| Jerome Corsi | American author and political commentator |
| Jerome Hanus | American Catholic archbishop and scholar |
| Jerome Isaac Friedman | American physicist and Nobel laureate |
| Jerome Le Banner | French kickboxer and martial artist |
| Jerome Simpson | Former American football wide receiver |
| Jerome Rothenberg | American poet and anthologist |
| Jerome Brown | Late American football defensive tackle |
| Jerome Thomas | English footballer |
| Jerome Russell | American entrepreneur and hair product innovator |
| Jerome Richardson | American jazz musician and saxophonist |
| Jerome "Jerry" Seinfeld | Main character from the TV show "Seinfeld" |
| Jerome Valeska | Character from the TV series "Gotham" |
| Jerome Horwitz | Curly Howard - One of the Three Stooges |
| Jerome Eugene Morrow | Character from the movie "Gattaca" |
| Jerome "Chef" McElroy | Character from the TV show "South Park" |
| Jerome Lester "Jerry" Horowitz | Tom and Jerry - Animated character |
| Jerome Raxten | Character from the novel "Carry On" by Rainbow Rowell |
| Jerome "Jerry" Lundegaard | Character from the movie "Fargo" |
| Jerome "Junkyard" Johnson | Character from the movie "Stand by Me" |
| Jerome Whittaker | Character from the movie "Real Genius" |
| Jerome "Jerry" Renault | Character from the novel "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier |
| Jerome Littlefield | Character from the movie "Airplane!" |
| Jerome Lippincott | Character from the movie "10 Things I Hate About You" |
| Jerome Facher | Character from the movie "A Civil Action" |
| Jerome Squalor | Character from the book series "A Series of Unfortunate Events" by Lemony Snicket |
| Jerome "Jerry" Calhoun | Character from the movie "Singles" |
| Jerome K. Jerome | Character from the movie "Idle Thoughts" |
| Jerome Beidler | Character from the book "Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life" by Wendy Mass |
| Jerome Clarke | Character from the TV series "Thunderbirds Are Go" |