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Homero

♂ Boy

Pronounced oh-MEH-roh /oʊˈmɛ.roʊ/Medium

Meaning: Spanish form of Homer — from Greek Homeros, possibly 'hostage, pledge' or 'blind'; etymology debatedLow

In 30 seconds: Epic and classic: Homero is the Spanish Homer — the great poet's name. Literary, dignified, and warm.

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Origin MediumGreek, Spanish

MeaningSpanish form of Homer — from Greek Homeros, possibly 'hostage, pledge' or 'blind'; etymology debated

U.S. rank (2025)#5694 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births16 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1994

Total births (all-time)≈ 3,763

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Homero is the Spanish form of Homer — from Greek Homeros, possibly 'hostage, pledge' or 'blind' (the etymology is debated, which we note). The epic poet's name, it's a literary, dignified classic across Latin America.

In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare, hostage-or-blind at the (debated) root, and literary.

Did you know? Homer, the legendary Greek epic poet, gave his name across the world — its meaning is debated (possibly 'hostage' or 'blind'); Homero is the warm Spanish form.

Overall data confidence 72%

Behind the Name — Homer — etymology debated

Variations

HomerOmero

Nicknames

Homi

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Homer— the English form

Horacio— another Latin poet name

Ramiro— echoes that soft -ro sound

Lisandro— lands in the same popularity range

Isidro— a fellow Spanish choice

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Homero mean?

Homero is the Spanish Homer; its meaning is debated (possibly 'hostage' or 'blind').

How do you pronounce Homero?

It's said oh-MEH-roh /oʊˈmɛ.roʊ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Homero a boy or girl name?

Homero is a boy's name.

How popular is Homero?

Homero is a rare name in the U.S.