Gerome
Pronunciation: [ g-EHR-uhm ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Gerome first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,065 babies have been named Gerome in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gerome is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #14,072 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #14,072
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Gerome
Gerome is a boy name .
Gerome is currently ranked #14,072 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gerome include Ger, Gero, Geroy, Geroie, Gey, Geie, and Gerkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Gerome include Geronimo . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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