Homero
Homero is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Hostage, pledge, or security.
Origin and history
Homero is the Spanish form of the classical Greek name Homer, derived from the word 'homeros'. It traditionally carries associations with the ancient epic poet who composed the Iliad and the Odyssey. In the United States, it is a recognizable traditional name primarily used within Spanish-speaking communities.
Popularity in the United States
3,763 babies in the United States have been named Homero since 1880. It ranks #2079 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1792.
States where it is most popular
- TX (88.4 %)
- CA (10.6 %)
- FL (0.4 %)
- IL (0.4 %)
- GA (0.17 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 71 |
| 1930-1940 | 149 |
| 1940-1950 | 217 |
| 1950-1960 | 299 |
| 1960-1970 | 368 |
| 1970-1980 | 509 |
| 1980-1990 | 511 |
| 1990-2000 | 593 |
| 2000-2010 | 575 |
| 2010-2019 | 331 |
| 2020-2029 | 135 |
Famous people named Homero
- Homero Aridjis: Poet, Novelist
Fun facts
- Homero is the Spanish equivalent of Homer, the ancient Greek poet credited with writing the Iliad and the Odyssey.
- The name has been preserved through centuries of classical literary tradition across Western cultures.