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Kip vs Jerome

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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Popularity Comparison

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kip or Jerome more popular?

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

What do Kip and Jerome mean?

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

Are Kip and Jerome boy or girl names?

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

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