Homer
Homer is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Hostage, pledge, or security.
Origin and history
Homer is a name of Ancient Greek origin, traditionally associated with the revered epic poet. While historically popular in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, its modern usage has declined significantly and is heavily influenced by popular culture.
Popularity in the United States
60,912 babies in the United States have been named Homer since 1880. It ranks #446 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1744.
States where it is most popular
- TX (10.5 %)
- GA (7.7 %)
- KY (6.6 %)
- OH (6.4 %)
- TN (5.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 2,213 |
| 1890-1900 | 2,637 |
| 1900-1910 | 2,915 |
| 1910-1920 | 11,471 |
| 1920-1930 | 15,145 |
| 1930-1940 | 9,413 |
| 1940-1950 | 6,956 |
| 1950-1960 | 4,606 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,492 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,308 |
| 1980-1990 | 747 |
| 1990-2000 | 363 |
| 2000-2010 | 207 |
| 2010-2019 | 256 |
| 2020-2029 | 183 |
Famous people named Homer
- Homer Hickam: Author, NASA Engineer
Fun facts
- The name is famed for Homer, the ancient Greek author attributed with composing the epic poems the Iliad and the Odyssey.
- Homer was a top-100 name for boys in the United States during the late 19th century and early 1900s.