Meaning & Story
Geronimo is a name associated with the legendary Apache leader Goyaałé, whose Spanish name became Geronimo. It also became an exclamation shouted before jumping, suggesting fearlessness and dramatic flair.
Geronimo is one of those names you shout rather than say — which makes it absolutely ideal for a dog. There's built-in theater in Geronimo, the anticipation of a leap, the commitment to whatever comes next regardless of consequences. Dogs named Geronimo tend to be fearless to the point of poor decision-making, enthusiastic about heights, and absolutely magnificent in their conviction that every jump is worth making. The legendary Apache leader's courage and spirit live on, fur and all.