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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: HER-ma //ˈhɜːr.mə//
Origin: Greek; German
Meaning: Greek: 'warrior'; German: 'hermit'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Herma has its roots in ancient Greek, deriving from the word 'herma,' which means 'a stone heap' or 'a boundary marker.' This term is linked to the Greek god Hermes, who was associated with boundaries and transitions, as well as being a messenger of the gods. The name entered the Latin language as 'Hermas,' which was used in early Christian texts.
The transition into English occurred through the influence of Latin and the subsequent adoption of Greek names during the Renaissance, when classical learning was revived in Europe. Historically, the name Herma is often associated with early Christian figures, particularly Saint Hermas, who is believed to have lived in the 2nd century.
He is known for the 'Shepherd of Hermas,' a Christian literary work that was considered significant in the early church, although it was ultimately not included in the New Testament canon. This text, written in Greek, reflects the theological and moral concerns of early Christianity and has been influential in Christian thought.
Culturally, the name Herma carries connotations of guidance and protection, resonating with the attributes of Hermes as a protector of travelers and a guide to the underworld. The name's association with boundaries also suggests a symbolic role in demarcating personal or spiritual journeys.
While diminutive forms like 'Hermie' may exist, they are less historically significant compared to the original form. Overall, Herma embodies a blend of classical heritage and early Christian significance, reflecting the enduring nature of names that connect to mythological and religious traditions.
Famous people named Herma
In this section, you will find notable people named Herma. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Herma who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Herma K. H. van der Veen is a Dutch artist best known for her contemporary paintings and installations.
Herma K. W. van der Veen is a Dutch scientist best known for her research in the field of environmental science.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Herma was first seen in the United States in 1884.
Herma has ranked as high as #841 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in Kentucky.
In the past 5 years the name Herma has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Herma is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Herma was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Herma (1933)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Herma.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1948 | 11 |
| 1947 | 16 |
| 1946 | 14 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1944 | 11 |
| 1943 | 14 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1941 | 15 |
| 1940 | 17 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1938 | 14 |
| 1937 | 20 |
| 1936 | 16 |
| 1935 | 16 |
| 1934 | 19 |
| 1933 | 24 |
| 1932 | 12 |
| 1931 | 13 |
| 1930 | 19 |
| 1929 | 20 |
| 1928 | 20 |
| 1927 | 18 |
| 1926 | 20 |
| 1925 | 24 |
| 1924 | 22 |
| 1923 | 21 |
| 1922 | 14 |
| 1921 | 28 |
| 1920 | 22 |
| 1919 | 21 |
| 1918 | 32 |
| 1917 | 17 |
| 1916 | 21 |
| 1915 | 12 |
| 1914 | 18 |
| 1913 | 22 |
| 1912 | 12 |
| 1911 | 8 |
| 1910 | 17 |
| 1909 | 13 |
| 1908 | 9 |
| 1907 | 9 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1904 | 12 |
| 1902 | 6 |
| 1901 | 7 |
| 1900 | 12 |
| 1899 | 9 |
| 1898 | 5 |
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1895 | 7 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1889 | 10 |
| 1887 | 6 |
| 1884 | 5 |