| Meaning | soldier, warrior |
| Origin | German |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Her-man |
Herman, a name with Germanic origins, carries a strong and historic meaning – "army man" or "warrior." Rooted in the elements "heri" (army) and "man" (man), Herman exudes a sense of strength and resilience. The name's classic charm makes it a timeless choice for baby boys. With variations like Hermann and Hermanus, it allows for a touch of uniqueness while retaining its traditional feel.
Famous Hermans like authors Herman Melville and Hermann Hesse, as well as football coach Herman Edwards, have contributed to the name's cultural significance. In fiction, characters like Herman Munster and Herman Hermann have left their mark on popular media. Common nicknames like Herm and Manny offer a friendly familiarity.
Choosing the name Herman for your baby boy grants him a name that embodies bravery and endurance. Its historical weight and literary presence ensure that your child's name will carry a legacy of strength into the future.
| Herm |
| Man |
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| H |
| Herman Melville | American author |
| Herman Hesse | German-Swiss author |
| Herman van Veen | Dutch singer-songwriter |
| Herman Wouk | American author |
| Herman Cain | American businessman |
| Herman Li | British musician |
| Herman Edwards | American football coach |
| Herman Webster Mudgett | H.H. Holmes - American serial killer |
| Herman Tarnower | American cardiologist and murder victim |
| Herman Branson | American physicist |
| Herman Hollerith | American inventor |
| Herman Badillo | American politician |
| Herman Bavinck | Dutch theologian |
| Herman Boone | American football coach |
| Herman John Schell | American artist |
| Herman Smith-Johannsen | Norwegian-Canadian skier |
| Herman Charles Bosman | South African author |
| Herman Kahn | American strategist |
| Herman Vandenburg Ames | American historian |
| Herman Dooyeweerd | Dutch philosopher |
| Herman Munster | TV series - "The Munsters" |
| Herman Hermann | Novel - "Steppenwolf" by Hermann Hesse |
| Herman Toothrot | Video game - "The Secret of Monkey Island" |
| Herman Spectre | Anime - "Mob Psycho 100" |
| Herman Krab | Belgian comic - "Suske en Wiske" |
| Herman Zwiebel | Comic strip - "The Lockhorns" |
| Herman the Worm | Children's song character |
| Herman T. Rott | Animated film - "Herman's Head" |
| Herman Carter | Video game - "Dead by Daylight" |
| Herman Fuller | Web series - "SCP Foundation" |
| Herman Rooney | Film - "Silver Streak" |
| Herman Brood | Dutch film - "Cha-Cha" |
| Herman | Film - "Herman U.S.A" |
| Herman Kray | TV series - "Peaky Blinders" |
| Herman Stover | TV series - "Chuck" |
| Herman Bear | Children's book - "Bear in the Big Blue House" |
| Herman Schultz | Film - "Spider-Man - Homecoming" |
| Herman Ducksworth | Film - "The Great Muppet Caper" |
| Herman "Fitz" Fitzegerald | TV series - "Scorpion" |