Geronimo Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjeh-ROH-nee-moh / hɛˈɹɒnɪmoʊSpanish; Native American (Apache)
Meaning
Spanish: 'he who yawns'; Native American: 'the one who is brave'
Historical & Cultural Background
Geronimo is a name derived from the Spanish version of the name Hieronymus. It is most famously associated with the Apache leader Geronimo, who became a symbol of resistance against the United States' expansion into Apache territory in the late 19th century. His legacy has made the name popular in various cultures, often symbolizing bravery and defiance.
Trend Summary
The name Geronimo has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional spikes due to cultural references.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gerónimo
International Variants
- Geronimo (Spanish)
- Gerónimo (Spanish)
Famous people named Geronimo
Geronimo: A prominent Apache leader known for his resistance against U.S. forces in the late 1800s.
Fictional characters named Geronimo
Geronimo Stilton: The main character in a series of children's books who is a mouse journalist and adventurer.
Geronimo (The Legend of the Lone Ranger): A character in the Lone Ranger franchise, depicted as a noble Apache chief.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Geronimo was first seen in the United States in 1906. Geronimo has ranked as high as #1323 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, New York, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Geronimo has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Geronimo (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 | |
| CA | 5 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1907 | 7 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1913 | 15 |
| 1914 | 9 |
| 1915 | 10 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1919 | 19 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 15 |
| 1922 | 18 |
| 1923 | 22 |
| 1924 | 23 |
| 1925 | 22 |
| 1926 | 18 |
| 1927 | 18 |
| 1928 | 26 |
| 1929 | 22 |
| 1930 | 13 |
| 1931 | 14 |
| 1932 | 20 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 10 |
| 1935 | 10 |
| 1936 | 17 |
| 1937 | 14 |
| 1938 | 14 |
| 1939 | 11 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1941 | 16 |
| 1942 | 10 |
| 1943 | 14 |
| 1944 | 23 |
| 1945 | 15 |
| 1946 | 11 |
| 1947 | 20 |
| 1948 | 23 |
| 1949 | 18 |
| 1950 | 22 |
| 1951 | 19 |
| 1952 | 22 |
| 1953 | 25 |
| 1954 | 20 |
| 1955 | 16 |
| 1956 | 21 |
| 1957 | 18 |
| 1958 | 22 |
| 1959 | 24 |
| 1960 | 26 |
| 1961 | 29 |
| 1962 | 25 |
| 1963 | 16 |
| 1964 | 17 |
| 1965 | 21 |
| 1966 | 18 |
| 1967 | 16 |
| 1968 | 26 |
| 1969 | 25 |
| 1970 | 27 |
| 1971 | 33 |
| 1972 | 31 |
| 1973 | 31 |
| 1974 | 33 |
| 1975 | 36 |
| 1976 | 36 |
| 1977 | 41 |
| 1978 | 34 |
| 1979 | 40 |
| 1980 | 37 |
| 1981 | 41 |
| 1982 | 44 |
| 1983 | 25 |
| 1984 | 29 |
| 1985 | 28 |
| 1986 | 27 |
| 1987 | 29 |
| 1988 | 29 |
| 1989 | 22 |
| 1990 | 34 |
| 1991 | 36 |
| 1992 | 33 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 37 |
| 1995 | 44 |
| 1996 | 38 |
| 1997 | 42 |
| 1998 | 44 |
| 1999 | 40 |
| 2000 | 44 |
| 2001 | 47 |
| 2002 | 41 |
| 2003 | 34 |
| 2004 | 34 |
| 2005 | 53 |
| 2006 | 42 |
| 2007 | 44 |
| 2008 | 44 |
| 2009 | 55 |
| 2010 | 28 |
| 2011 | 39 |
| 2012 | 54 |
| 2013 | 39 |
| 2014 | 32 |
| 2015 | 46 |
| 2016 | 49 |
| 2017 | 39 |
| 2018 | 33 |
| 2019 | 50 |
| 2020 | 41 |
| 2021 | 43 |
| 2022 | 36 |
| 2023 | 31 |
| 2024 | 34 |