Herman

proper nouncommon in dialogue

United Kingdom//ˈhɜːmən//
United States//ˈhɝmən//

A male given name from the Germanic languages.

proper noun

1
A male given name from the Germanic languages.
2
A surname originating as a patronymic.
3
A number of places in the United States: An unincorporated community in Craighead County, Arkansas.
4
A number of places in the United States: An unincorporated community in L'Anse Township, Baraga County, Michigan.
5
A number of places in the United States: A minor city in Grant County, Minnesota.
6
A number of places in the United States: A village in Washington County, Nebraska.
7
A number of places in the United States: An unincorporated community in Summit Township, Butler County, Pennsylvania.
8
A number of places in the United States: A town in Dodge County, Wisconsin.
9
A number of places in the United States: A town in Shawano County, Wisconsin.
10
A number of places in the United States: A town in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin.

Etymology

From Old English here (“army”) + man (“man”) It was revived in the 19th century, partly due to American immigrants from continental Europe where the name has been more popular. Compare the German equivalent Hermann.

Forms

plural: Hermans

heretic · Someone whose beliefs are contrary to the fundamental tenets…heritage · An inheritance; property that may be inherited.Heritage · A surname.

Herman · A male given name from the Germanic languages.

Hermann · A surname from German borrowed from German Hermann.Hermes · The herald and messenger of the gods, and the god of roads,…hermit · A religious recluse; someone who lives alone for religious…

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