Homero

“a variant of the name Homer”

Spain origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#4148US 2023

26Births / yr

↑Rising

3.7kAll-time births

📅 Since 191700

How to pronounce Homero

HAH·MIR·oh

/ˈhɑ.ˈmɪr.oʊ/ · stress on HAH · 3 syllables

“a variant of the name Homer”

Spain origin · Boy name

What does Homero mean and where does it come from?

Homero is the Spanish form of the name Homer, which has its origins in ancient Greek. In classical literature, Homer is renowned as the author of epic poems, 'The Iliad' and 'The Odyssey.' The name signifies a pledge or something given in trust, which aligns well with the themes of loyalty found in

Cultural significance

Homero has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spain-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of the name homer.

Peak popularity

Reached #1063 in 1973 — currently #4148 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Homero?

Homero works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Homero Grace

How popular is Homero right now?

Rising fast — up 762 spots — currently #4148 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1930–2023#4148 · Top 3.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4148	26	▲ up 762 · +30% births
2022	#4910	20	▼ down 225 · -5% births
2021	#4685	21	▼ down 1051 · -28% births
2020	#3634	29	▼ down 110 · -6% births
2015	#3524	31	▼ down 339 · -11% births
2010	#3185	35	▼ down 1066 · -40% births
2005	#2119	58	▼ down 332 · -5% births
2000	#1787	61	▼ down 153 · +9% births
1995	#1634	56	▼ down 126 · -2% births
1990	#1508	57	▼ down 106 · +16% births
1985	#1402	49	▼ down 193 · -16% births
1980	#1209	58	▼ down 100
1975	#1109	58	▲ up 199 · +41% births
1970	#1308	41	▼ down 55 · +8% births
1965	#1253	38	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Homero

Best Year1975Rank #1109

Peak Count61

Average Rank#2239

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1930 - 202322 years

The story of Homero

Homero entered American naming records in 1917 and has been in use for over 107 years. With 3,655 total births recorded, Homero remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2439 in 1930, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #4148 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Homero in 1973:

Michael Christopher Jason James David

Homero by decade

Homero peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	5
1920s	71
1930s	149
1940s	217
1950s	299
1960s	368
1970s	509
1980s	510
1990s ★	593
2000s	575
2010s	330
2020s	29

💎With 3,655 total births, Homero is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Homero?

Common

HomHomieHomyEro

What names sound and feel like Homero?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Homero also consider these

Romero

Spanish · from the place

American · Codero is a

Homere

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Common questions about the name Homero

What does the name Homero mean?

Homero means "a variant of the name Homer" — a name rooted in Spain 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 Homero?

Homero is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Homero have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Homero?

Homero originates from Spain tradition. Spain names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Homero?

Homero is a three-syllable name pronounced HH AA1 M IH1 R OW0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Homero?

Homero pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Spain heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.