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Jerome vs Kip

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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Kip

Boy #1,457 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"pointed hill"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,457
Total SSA Count
124
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jerome Rank #1,341
Kip Rank #1,457

Jerome is more popular, ranked #1341 vs #1457 for Kip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jerome or Kip more popular?

Jerome is more popular, ranked #1341 compared to Kip at #1457 in the United States.

What do Jerome and Kip mean?

Jerome means "holy name, sacred name" (Greek origin). Kip means "pointed hill" (Middle English origin).

Are Jerome and Kip boy or girl names?

Jerome is primarily a boy name. Kip is primarily a boy name.

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