Jerónimo
Jerónimo is a Christian boy name of Greek, via Latin origin, meaning “Sacred name”.
| Meaning | Sacred name |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Greek, via Latin |
| Pronunciation | heh-ROH-nee-moh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Spain, Argentina, Mexico, Chile |
Meaning and origin of Jerónimo
Jerónimo is the Spanish form of the Greek Hieronymos, from hieros, 'sacred', and onoma, 'name'. Its great bearer is Saint Jerome, the fourth-century scholar who translated the Bible into Latin, producing the Vulgate used in the Western Church for over a thousand years. The name is also known from Geronimo, the Apache leader, who received the name from Mexicans. Jero is a common nickname.
Is Jerónimo a Christian name?
Jerónimo honours Saint Jerome, a Doctor of the Church and patron of translators, whose feast is on 30 September.
How popular is Jerónimo?
A traditional name enjoying some revival, especially in Argentina.
Gifts with the name Jerónimo
- Jerónimo name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Jerónimo
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jerónimo mean?
Jerónimo means 'Sacred name'. It is of Greek, via Latin origin.
Is Jerónimo a Christian name?
Jerónimo honours Saint Jerome, a Doctor of the Church and patron of translators, whose feast is on 30 September.
How do you pronounce Jerónimo?
Jerónimo is pronounced heh-ROH-nee-moh.
Is Jerónimo a boy or girl name?
Jerónimo is usually a boy name.