HERMAN
The meaning of the unisex name Herman is SOLDIER. SEE ALSO HARMON..
Details on HERMAN:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Soldier. see also harmon
- Popularity for Boy:
- 5,874th in the USA (top 20%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 15,293rd in the USA (bottom 30%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
50 births
HERMAN as a BOY in 2024
6 births
HERMAN as a GIRL in 1980
The meaning(s) of HERMAN:
The name Herman is a Teutonic baby name. In Teutonic the meaning of the name Herman is: warrior.
The name Herman is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Herman is: warrior.
The name Herman is a German baby name. In German the meaning of the name Herman is: Soldier.Army Man.from the Old German Hariman.Famous Bearer:American writer Herman Melville, author of Moby Dick.
USA SSA birth(s) for HERMAN:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name HERMAN
HERMAN as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 50 births |
| 2023 | 60 births |
| 2022 | 51 births |
| 2021 | 45 births |
| 2020 | 55 births |
| 2019 | 73 births |
| 2018 | 64 births |
| 2017 | 55 births |
| 2016 | 82 births |
| 2015 | 91 births |
| 2014 | 73 births |
| 2013 | 80 births |
| 2012 | 65 births |
| 2011 | 89 births |
| 2010 | 76 births |
| 2009 | 94 births |
HERMAN as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 6 births |
| 1978 | 5 births |
| 1977 | 7 births |
| 1976 | 5 births |
| 1975 | 8 births |
| 1971 | 8 births |
| 1970 | 7 births |
| 1969 | 9 births |
| 1968 | 11 births |
| 1967 | 9 births |
| 1966 | 6 births |
| 1965 | 9 births |
| 1964 | 9 births |
| 1961 | 8 births |
| 1960 | 11 births |
| 1959 | 7 births |
About the name HERMAN
Herman, a name steeped in history and meaning, originates from the Germanic elements “heri,” meaning army, and “man,” signifying man or warrior. This name embodies strength and leadership, evoking images of a noble protector. With roots that stretch across various cultures, Herman resonates in countries such as Germany, the Netherlands, and Scandinavia, where it has long been embraced for its robust character and timeless appeal. In the English-speaking world, it gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often associated with figures of intellect and creativity, like the celebrated American author Herman Melville. Symbolically, Herman represents loyalty and courage, ideals cherished across generations. This name invites a legacy of bravery and resilience, making it a wonderful choice for a child destined to stand tall and forge their own path in the world.
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