Jomo

Q: What is the origin of Jomo?

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

Q: How popular is the name Jomo?

According to the latest SSA data, Jomo 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 Jomo a boy name?

Jomo 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

"Burning Spear"

Jomo is associated with Kenyan usage and is known from Kikuyu linguistic context, often glossed as burning spear.

Themes:kenyaafricanhistorymasculine

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Popularity History of Jomo

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

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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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Unranked

Jomo 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

Jomo Nicknames

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

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Baby Name Lists That Include Jomo

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Jomo mean?

Jomo means "Burning Spear". Jomo is associated with Kenyan usage and is known from Kikuyu linguistic context, often glossed as burning spear.

What is the origin of Jomo?

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

How popular is the name Jomo?

According to the latest SSA data, Jomo 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 Jomo a boy name?

Jomo 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 Jomo?

Popular nicknames for Jomo include jomy, jomo, jo, JO, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Jomo?

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

Quick Facts

OriginKikuyu, African

Syllables2

Length4 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withJ

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Kamau Alton Al Ashley Addison

Sisters

Nairobi Njeri Ngina Arlene Addie

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