Herma
Herma is a girl baby name. Ranked #71,263 in the US, popular nicknames include Her, Hey, and Herie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Herma first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 50 babies have been named Herma in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Herma is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #71,263 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #71,263
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Herma
Herma is a girl name .
Herma is currently ranked #71,263 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Herma include Her, Hey, and Herie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Herma include Hermione . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis