Hermon
Pronunciation: [ h-ERM-uhn ]
Hermon is a boy baby name. Ranked #19,723 in the US, popular nicknames include Her, Hey, and Herie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Hermon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 672 babies have been named Hermon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Hermon is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,723 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,723
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Hermon is also used as a girl name, ranked #7778.
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About the Name Hermon
Hermon is a boy name .
Is Hermon a boy or girl name? Hermon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #19,723 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #7,778. Hermon is more commonly used as a girl name.
Hermon is currently ranked #19,723 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Hermon include Her, Hey, Herie, and Hermie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Hermon include Herman, Hermes . 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