Homer
Meaning of Homer
Homer is a male name with an origin rooted in ancient Greece. It is derived from the Greek word "homeros," which means "hostage" or "pledge." The most famous association with the name Homer is the legendary poet Homer, who is credited with composing two epic poems, the Iliad and the Odyssey. These works have had a significant influence on literature and storytelling throughout history. In terms of popularity, the name Homer has seen fluctuations over time in the United States. While it was quite popular in the early 20th century, its usage has declined in recent decades. Nonetheless, it remains a timeless and classic choice for parents seeking a name with historical significance and literary charm.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as HOH-muh (/ˈhəʊ.mə/)
American English
- Pronunced as HOH-mur (/ˈhoʊ.mər/)
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Notable People Named Homer
| Homer Hadley Hickam Jr. is an American author, Vietnam War veteran, and former NASA engineer known for his best-selling memoir Rocket Boys, which inspired the film October Sky, as well as other successful novels and memoirs. |
| Homer Martin Adkins was the 32nd Governor of Arkansas, known for his strong states' rights advocacy and opposition to federal influence during the post-New Deal era. |
| Homer Earl Capehart was an American businessman and politician from Indiana who served in the U.S. Senate for 18 years as a Republican, transitioning from an isolationist to an internationalist stance on foreign policy. |
| Homer Hoyt was an influential American economist known for his pioneering work in land use planning and real estate economics, although his legacy is controversial due to his involvement in racially segregated housing policy and redlining. |
| Homer Roberts Spence served as an Associate Justice of the California Supreme Court and the District Court of Appeal, First District. |
| Homer D. Babbidge Jr. - Homer Daniels Babbidge Jr. was a prominent American historian and the youngest state university president in the United States, known for his leadership at the University of Connecticut and the Hartford Graduate Center. |
| Homer Dudley - Homer W. Dudley was an American electronic and acoustic engineer known for creating the first electronic voice synthesizer and developing secure voice transmission methods during World War Two. |
| Homer Laughlin was an American businessman and potter who co-founded the Laughlin Pottery Company in 1871. |
| Homer Truett Bone was an American attorney and politician who served as a United States Senator from Washington. |
| Homer Hartman Stryker was an American orthopedic surgeon, inventor, businessman, and the founder of Stryker Corporation, known for his contributions to orthopedic care and medical innovations. |
| Homer Carroll Jones was a prominent American football player known for his size, speed, and the invention of the "spike" touchdown celebration. |
| Homer Ramsdell was an American businessman who served as the president of the Erie Railroad from 1853 to 1857. |
| Homer Smith Jr (1909–1972) was an American journalist and postal worker who relocated from the United States to the Soviet Union in 1932. |
| Homer Raymond Jones was an American politician and government official who served as a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from 1947 to 1949. |
| Homer Hefner Peel was an American professional baseball player and manager known for his 25-year career in the first half of the 20th century, playing for teams such as the St. Louis Cardinals, Philadelphia Phillies, and New York Giants. |
