Hermes Meaning

What does Hermes mean?

The name Hermes is of Greek origin.

The meaning of Hermes is "mercury".

Hermes is generally used as a boy's name.

It consists of 6 letters and 2 syllables and is pronounced Her-mes.

The Given Name Hermes

Hermes is good for parents who want a name that is enchanting and attractive.

This 2 syllable name has brilliance and a positive vibe.

Hermes has no variant spellings.

Hermes falls into the Greek myth name category.

Hermes Popularity

In the U.S. in 2018, it ranked 8,355 in baby name popularity for boys with 9 occurrences. Less than 5 girls were given the name.

In contrast, the year before it ranked 6,438 in baby name popularity for boys with 13 occurrences. Less than 5 girls were given the name.

View the Hermes Name Popularity Page to see how the popularity trend for Hermes has changed since 1880, or to compare the popularity of Hermes to other names.

Hermes Related Names

The name Hermia is a form of Hermes.

Famous Hermess

Hermes ~ Biblical Character (Acts 14:2, Rom. 16:14), Greek Myth - The god of travel, language and trade and messenger of the gods., Saint

Hermes Numerology

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Then take a look at the Numerological Report For Hermes.

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Hermes Name Fun

Would you like to fingerspell the name Hermes in American Sign Language?

Then just follow the diagram below.

Be creative with the name Hermes.

Just for fun, see the name Hermes in Hieroglyphics, learn about ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics and write a Hieroglyphic message.

Learn about nautical flags and see your name or message written in nautical flags, on the Hermes in Nautical Flags page.