Sacred name
Derived from the Greek name Hieronymos, it combines the elements 'hieros' (sacred) and 'onyma' (name). It was famously borne by Saint Jerome, the 4th-century scholar who translated the Bible into Latin. While it was a mid-century staple in the US, it has recently become a rare, vintage choice.
About 158 boys were named Jerome in 2025.
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US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The same feel as Jerome — far less common.
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