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Terry 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

Terry Rank #1,187
Jerome Rank #1,341

Terry is more popular, ranked #1187 vs #1341 for Jerome.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Terry or Jerome more popular?

Terry is more popular, ranked #1187 compared to Jerome at #1341 in the United States.

What do Terry and Jerome mean?

Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin). Jerome means "holy name, sacred name" (Greek origin).

Are Terry and Jerome boy or girl names?

Terry is primarily a boy name. Jerome is primarily a boy name.

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