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Percy vs Jerome

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Percy

Boy #1,256 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Percy (Norman place name)"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,256
Total SSA Count
157
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Percy Rank #1,256
Jerome Rank #1,341

Percy is more popular, ranked #1256 vs #1341 for Jerome.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Percy or Jerome more popular?

Percy is more popular, ranked #1256 compared to Jerome at #1341 in the United States.

What do Percy and Jerome mean?

Percy means "from Percy (Norman place name)" (Norman French origin). Jerome means "holy name, sacred name" (Greek origin).

Are Percy and Jerome boy or girl names?

Percy is primarily a boy name. Jerome is primarily a boy name.

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