Holding steady.
Popularity of Jarome since 1950
Babies named Jarome per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 21 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 17 |
| 1980s | 68 |
| 1990s | 36 |
| 2000s | 63 |
| 2010s | 16 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jarome is a rare given name in the United States, first recorded in 1950. Its peak year of usage was 1982, but even then it did not approach top-1000 status. The name's trajectory has remained stable, with very few births annually, making it an uncommon choice. While its origin is uncertain, Jarome is most likely a modern respelling of Jerome, a name of Greek origin meaning 'sacred name' popularized by Saint Jerome. The name Jarome has not been associated with any particular geographic region or cultural group, as it does not appear in top state data. Its rarity suggests it is primarily a creative variation chosen for its distinctive sound and spelling rather than deep historical roots.
Jarome is likely a modern respelling or variant of Jerome, which derives from the Greek name Hierōnymos, meaning 'sacred name.' Jerome has long been used in Christian contexts, but Jarome emerged in the mid-20th century as a distinctive spelling. Its usage has remained rare and stable, with a small peak in the 1980s.
Sibling names for Jarome
Names that share Jarome's style, for a brother or sister.
