Hermann
Hermann is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Army man, warrior, or soldier.
Origin and history
Hermann is a traditional Germanic name composed of elements meaning army and man. It has historically been a strong classic name in German-speaking regions. In the United States, it saw peak usage in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, but remains rare today.
Popularity in the United States
731 babies in the United States have been named Hermann since 1880. It ranks #3945 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1921.
States where it is most popular
- NY (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 26 |
| 1890-1900 | 11 |
| 1900-1910 | 12 |
| 1910-1920 | 131 |
| 1920-1930 | 144 |
| 1930-1940 | 93 |
| 1940-1950 | 66 |
| 1950-1960 | 71 |
| 1960-1970 | 59 |
| 1970-1980 | 30 |
| 1980-1990 | 31 |
| 1990-2000 | 21 |
| 2000-2010 | 5 |
| 2010-2019 | 25 |
| 2020-2029 | 6 |
Famous people named Hermann
- Hermann Hesse: Author, Poet
- Hermann Minkowski: Mathematician, Physicist
Nicknames
Herm, Herman
Fun facts
- The name traces back to the Germanic leader Arminius, who was famously known in German history as Hermann der Cherusker.
- It is shared by renowned authors and figures such as Nobel laureate Hermann Hesse and Melville's Herman, though spelled with a single 'n'.