Homero
A masculine name derived from the Greek epic poet Homer.
Name Census estimates that about 3,244 living Americans carry the first name Homero. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Homero today is around 39 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Homero births was 1994 (82 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Homero. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
3.2K
~ 1 in 105,658 Americans
Peak year
1994
82 babies that year
Average age
39
years old
2024 SSA rank
#4,459
Tracked since 1917
Popularity
Homero: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Homero from the 1910s through to the 2020s, spanning 12 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 593 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Homero by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Homero during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Homeros live
The SSA's state-level files cover 5 states and territories. Texas, California, Florida recorded the most babies named Homero, while Georgia, Illinois, Florida recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 591 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Homero
The given name Homero originates from the ancient Greek language and culture, with its roots dating back to the 8th century BCE. It is derived from the Greek word "homeros," which means "hostage" or "pledge." This name gained widespread recognition and popularity due to its association with the legendary ancient Greek epic poet, Homer, regarded as the author of the Iliad and the Odyssey.
The name Homero gained prominence in ancient Greek literature and mythology. Homer, the renowned poet, is believed to have lived around the 8th century BCE, although the exact dates of his birth and death remain uncertain. His epic poems, the Iliad and the Odyssey, are considered foundational works of Western literature and have had a profound impact on the literary and cultural traditions of the Western world.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Homero can be found in ancient Greek texts, where it was used to refer to the celebrated poet himself. Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne this name, including Homero Manzi (1907-1951), an Argentine poet and lyricist known for his contributions to the tango genre, and Homero Aridjis (born 1940), a Mexican poet, novelist, and environmental activist.
Another prominent figure associated with the name Homero is Homero Castillo (1904-1997), a Mexican painter and muralist who played a significant role in the Mexican muralism movement of the 20th century. Additionally, Homero Leoni (1886-1979), an Italian-American architect, left a lasting mark on the architectural landscape of Chicago with his distinctive designs.
In the realm of sports, Homero Blancas (born 1976) is a notable Mexican former professional baseball player who played in Major League Baseball for several teams, including the Houston Astros and the Cincinnati Reds. The name Homero has also been carried by individuals in other fields, such as Homero Chávez (1902-1976), a Mexican politician who served as the Governor of Tamaulipas from 1945 to 1949.
While the name Homero has its roots in ancient Greek culture and literature, it has transcended its origins and found recognition across various regions and disciplines throughout history. Its association with the legendary poet Homer has contributed to its enduring appeal and cultural significance.
People
Homero + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Homero as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with H
Other first names starting with H with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Homero: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Homero?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 3,244 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Homero going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 105,658 US residents.
Is Homero a common name?
We classify Homero as "Rare". It ranks above 95.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 3,747 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Homero most popular?
The single biggest year for Homero was 1994, when 82 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Homero is about 39 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Homero a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Homero in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.