Male Name
Jerome
d͡ʒə.ˈɹoʊm
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
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Doctors of the Universal Church
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Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
79/100
classic100%
mature100%
formal120%
upper class80%
wholesome100%
strong140%
refined80%
strange100%
serious100%
Meaning & Etymology
The name Jerome originates from the Greek name Ἱερώνυμος (Hieronymos), meaning 'sacred name'. It is derived from the Greek words ἱερός (hieros) meaning 'sacred' and ὄνυμα (onyma) meaning 'name'. The name gained prominence due to Saint Jerome, a 5th-century Christian scholar who translated the Bible into Latin, known as the Vulgate. His work significantly influenced Christian theology and biblical studies, making the name synonymous with scholarly and sacred pursuits.
Etymology
Original Form:
Ἱερώνυμος (Hieronymos)
Evolution:
From Greek to Latin as Hieronymus, then to English as Jerome.
Source:
Greek and Latin linguistic roots.