Homer vs Rufus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Homer

Boy #4,124 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pledge, hostage"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #4,188 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"red-haired, auburn-haired"

Origin: Latin

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Homer Rank #4,124

Rufus Rank #4,188

Homer is more popular, ranked #4124 vs #4188 for Rufus.

Is Homer or Rufus more popular?

Homer is more popular, ranked #4124 compared to Rufus at #4188 in the United States.

What do Homer and Rufus mean?

Homer means "pledge, hostage" (Greek origin). Rufus means "red-haired, auburn-haired" (Latin origin).

Are Homer and Rufus boy or girl names?

Homer is primarily a boy name. Rufus is primarily a boy name.