Geronimo
Geronimo: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Geronimo
- A male given name from Italian, equivalent to English Jerome.
How popular is Geronimo?
Since 1880, 3,085 boys in the U.S. have been named Geronimo. Its highest rank for boys was #1138 in 1907. In 2025, 32 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Geronimo
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Sibling name ideas for Geronimo
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Geronimo FAQ
What does the name Geronimo mean?
A male given name from Italian, equivalent to English Jerome.
What is the origin of the name Geronimo?
Geronimo is listed as a name of Italian origin.
How popular is the name Geronimo?
Since 1880, 3,085 boys in the U.S. have been named Geronimo. Its highest rank for boys was #1138 in 1907. In 2025, 32 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Geronimo a boy or girl name?
Geronimo is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 3,085 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.