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Jerome vs Excel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jerome

Boy #1,341 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"holy name, sacred name"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Dutch German Catholic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,341
Total SSA Count
143
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Excel

Boy #38,796 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"excellence, superior quality"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

African American Contemporary Filipino

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#38,796
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Jerome Rank #1,341
Excel Rank #38,796

Jerome is more popular, ranked #1341 vs #38796 for Excel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jerome or Excel more popular?

Jerome is more popular, ranked #1341 compared to Excel at #38796 in the United States.

What do Jerome and Excel mean?

Jerome means "holy name, sacred name" (Greek origin). Excel means "excellence, superior quality" (Latin origin).

Are Jerome and Excel boy or girl names?

Jerome is primarily a boy name. Excel is primarily a boy name.

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