Homer: Name day
Name day
The name Homer is celebrated on its name day on April 10th in Greece. In the United States, the corresponding name day is observed on June 4th.
Homer: History, Meaning, and Masculine Tone
Homer is a classic, traditionally masculine name rooted in the ancient Greek *Homēros*, meaning "hostage" or "pledge." This name enjoyed significant popularity in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, reflecting a strong historical period of use. Today, it maintains a strong, scholarly, and distinctly vintage mood, often perceived as traditional and intellectual. The name is globally recognized solely as a male designation. Its strong structure and classical origin solidify its place as an enduring historical choice, though rarely used for modern newborns.
Name Day List: Homer
| Country | Day | Month | Names |
Greece | 10 | April | Eteoklis, Hercules, Homer, Timothy, Dionisis, Pericles, Sofocles |
USA | 4 | June | Cora, Coral, Coretta, Corey, Cori, Corina, Corine, Corinne, Corrigan, Corrin, Cory, Homer, Kori, Korey, Korin, Korrigan, Kory |