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Hans vs Jerome

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hans

Boy #1,325 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Dutch Scandinavian Swiss

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,325
Total SSA Count
145
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hans Rank #1,325
Jerome Rank #1,341

Hans is more popular, ranked #1325 vs #1341 for Jerome.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hans or Jerome more popular?

Hans is more popular, ranked #1325 compared to Jerome at #1341 in the United States.

What do Hans and Jerome mean?

Hans means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Germanic origin). Jerome means "holy name, sacred name" (Greek origin).

Are Hans and Jerome boy or girl names?

Hans is primarily a boy name. Jerome is primarily a boy name.

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