Gerasimos is a Greek given name that translates to "wedding" or "marriage". It is derived from the Greek word 'geras' meaning 'old age', and the suffix '-imos'. Traditionally, Gerasimos was used as an agiasmatiko onomastiko (holy day name) in Greece. This name has been borne by several saints in early Christianity, including Saint Gerasimos of Crete, a bishop who lived during the 8th century.
The name Gerasimos experienced its peak popularity between 1975 and 1979, with the highest number of births occurring in 1975 and 1976 at 13 each. After a decline in popularity throughout the 80s and 90s, there was a slight resurgence from 2000 onwards, though never reaching the heights of the late 70s. Overall, there were a total of 197 births with the name Gerasimos between 1972 and 2013.