Girolamo

Q: What is the origin of Girolamo?

Girolamo is of Italian origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Girolamo?

According to the latest SSA data, Girolamo is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Girolamo a boy name?

Girolamo is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Sacred Name"

Italian form of Jerome from Greek roots meaning sacred name, historically borne by clerics and Renaissance figures.

Themes:italiansaintgreekmale

Biblical Unique Rare

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Popularity History of Girolamo

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Girolamo did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Girolamo Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Girolamo.

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giry

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lamo

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Girolamo mean?

Girolamo means "Sacred Name". Italian form of Jerome from Greek roots meaning sacred name, historically borne by clerics and Renaissance figures.

What is the origin of Girolamo?

Girolamo is of Italian origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Girolamo?

According to the latest SSA data, Girolamo is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Girolamo a boy name?

Girolamo is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Girolamo?

Popular nicknames for Girolamo include Girie, Giro, giro, giry, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Girolamo?

There are many names similar to Girolamo in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginItalian, Greek

Syllables4

Length8 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withG

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Amare Americo Armoni Attilio Avante

Sisters

Annabella Allegra Analisa Annamaria Arionna

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