Jerome
Jerome is a Christian boy name of Greek, via Latin and French origin, meaning “Sacred name”.
| Meaning | Sacred name |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Greek, via Latin and French |
| Written as | Ἱερώνυμος |
| Pronunciation | jeh-ROHM |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | United States, France, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Jerome
Jerome comes from the Greek Hieronymos, from hieros, 'sacred', and onoma, 'name'. Its most famous bearer is Saint Jerome, the fourth-century scholar who translated the Bible into Latin; his version, the Vulgate, was the standard Bible of the Western Church for over a thousand years. He is a patron saint of translators and librarians. The French form Jérôme and Italian Girolamo are also common.
Is Jerome a Christian name?
Jerome is a Christian name honouring Saint Jerome, a Doctor of the Church and translator of the Latin Vulgate Bible.
How popular is Jerome?
An established name, more common in earlier generations.
Gifts with the name Jerome
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jerome mean?
Jerome means 'Sacred name'. It is of Greek, via Latin and French origin.
Is Jerome a Christian name?
Jerome is a Christian name honouring Saint Jerome, a Doctor of the Church and translator of the Latin Vulgate Bible.
How do you pronounce Jerome?
Jerome is pronounced jeh-ROHM.
Is Jerome a boy or girl name?
Jerome is usually a boy name.