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Jerome vs Hans

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

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jerome or Hans more popular?

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

What do Jerome and Hans mean?

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

Are Jerome and Hans boy or girl names?

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

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