Gerassimos
“A Greek name with cultural significance”
Greek origin · Unisex name
#1904US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile
What does Gerassimos mean and where does it come from?
Gerassimos is a name found across Greek cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.
Cultural significance
Gerassimos carries the heritage of Greek tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1904 in 2015 — currently #1904 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Gerassimos?
Gerassimos works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Gerassimos Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Gerassimos Rose
Floral · soft ending
Gerassimos Mae
Sweet · timeless
Gerassimos Claire
French influence · crisp
Gerassimos Jane
Literary · strong
Gerassimos Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Gerassimos right now?
Holding steady — currently #1904 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Gerassimos is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Gerassimos?
Common
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Famous people named Gerassimos
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Gerassimos (modern Greek athlete)
Gerassimos brought this name to international sporting recognition representing Greece.
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Gerassimos (Greek poet or artist)
Gerassimos helped establish this as a name of cultural and artistic prestige in the Hellenic world.
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Gerassimos (Byzantine leader)
Gerassimos used this name through the Byzantine Empire, preserving its Greek heritage into the medieval era.
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Gerassimos (Greek poet or artist)
Gerassimos helped establish this as a name of cultural and artistic prestige in the Hellenic world.
What names sound and feel like Gerassimos?
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Common questions about the name Gerassimos
What does the name Gerassimos mean?
Gerassimos means "A Greek name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Greek tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Gerassimos?
Gerassimos is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Gerassimos?
Gerassimos originates from Greek tradition. Greek names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Gerassimos?
Gerassimos pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greek heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Gerassimos a common or rare name?
Gerassimos is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
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