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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Jérôme

Exalted name of the Lord

Pronunciation: JAY-rohm (/dʒeɪˈroʊm/)

Boy Name Biblical origin Popularity 60
Meaning
Exalted name of the Lord
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
37
Lucky Day
Thursday
Lucky Stone
Turquoise
Life Path
22
Popularity Score
60
Language
English, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: YellowRed

What does Jérôme mean?

Derived from the Latin word 'Jeromeos', which means 'exalted name of the Lord'. In Christianity, Jerome is the name of a renowned saint, scholar, and doctor of the Church known for his translation of the Bible into Latin.

Jérôme in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
יְרֹאֵם
השֵם יְרֹאֵם - פְּעל יָרָה + עֵם - עַם
Greek
Ἱεροнімός
ὁ ὀνομαζόμενος Ἱεροнімός - Ἱερός + ὀνομαζόμενος
Latin
Hieronymus
nominativus Hieronymus - Hieros + Onoma
English
Jérôme
a masculine given name derived from the Hebrew name Jerem, meaning 'appointed by God' or 'exalted'

How to pronounce Jérôme

English pronunciation
JAY-rohm
Biblical pronunciation
Yərōm
IPA notation
/dʒeɪˈroʊm/

Numerology & personality

People with the name Jerome are determined, hardworking, and independent. They have a strong sense of duty and are often leaders.

Associated Traits
FaithfulLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual & cultural context

Carrier of the Lord's name

Jerome is a Christian name that honors the accomplishments of Saint Jerome, who was known for his significant contribution to the Christian faith with his translation of the Bible into Latin, known as the Vulgate, which served as the standard version of the Latin Bible throughout Europe for centuries. It is a name that symbolizes the importance of scripture and learning in Christian tradition.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Saint connection: Saint Jerome

Popularity of Jérôme by region

Region Country Score Year
France FR 75 2024
Germany DE 46 2024

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Frequently asked questions about Jérôme

What does Jérôme mean?
Jérôme is a Latin name that means 'exalted name of the Lord'.
Is Jérôme a Christianity name?
Yes, Jérôme is a name with deep Christian roots. It is the name of a renowned saint, scholar, and doctor of the Church who is remembered for his translation of the Bible into Latin.
How to pronounce Jérôme?
Jérôme is pronounced 'jeh-rohm' or 'jer-uh-me'.
Is Jérôme popular today?
Though Jérôme is not a common name today, it remains an important one in Christian traditions due to its historical significance.
What is the origin of Jérôme?
Jérôme is a Latin name derived from the word 'Jeromeos', which means 'exalted name of the Lord'.