Hermes

Pronunciation: [ h-ERM-eez ]

Boy Name #3,980 Most Popular Hidden Gem

Ranked #3980, Hermes is an uncommon boy name with a distinctive personality.

Meaning & Origin

Hermes is a boy name, recorded for 28 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced h-ERM-eez.

Parents who love the name Hermes often also consider Helen, Henrietta, Hettie .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #3,980
Total SSA Count: 28

Alternative Spellings

Herman #2654

Nicknames

Her Hey Herie Hermie

Also a Girl Name

Hermes is also used as a girl name, ranked #40868.

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Similar Names

Helen Henrietta Hettie Helena Hester Helene Henry Hedwig

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hermes

Is Hermes a boy or girl name?

Hermes is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #3980. As a girl name, it is ranked #40868. Hermes is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Hermes?

Hermes is pronounced h-ERM-eez.

How popular is the name Hermes?

Hermes is currently ranked #3980 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Hermes?

Common nicknames for Hermes include Her, Hey, Herie, and Hermie.

Is Hermes a common or rare name?

Hermes is an uncommon name, ranked #3980 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Hermes

Hermes is a boy name .

Is Hermes a boy or girl name? Hermes is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #3,980 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #40,868. Hermes is more commonly used as a boy name.

Hermes is currently ranked #3,980 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Hermes include Her, Hey, Herie, and Hermie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Hermes include Herman . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.