Hermes

HEHR-MEHS;HUR-meez; ayr-MEZ
Greek mythology name
"cairn, pile of stones, boundary marker"

Hermes Origin and Meaning

The name Hermes is a boy's name of Greek origin meaning "cairn, pile of stones, boundary marker".

These days, some may think of Hermes as an upscale brand name like Chanel and Porsche, or a strange choice thanks to the parcel delivery company. However, with names from Greek mythology very much in style, it is possible there will be plenty who link it to the Green messenger god.

Actress Kelly Rutherford took on the challenge when she bestowed the name on her son. Hermes is the god of travel, writing, athletics, and thievery, among many other things.

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Hermes Popularity

Famous People Named Hermes

  • Hermes Trismegistus
    purported Greek founder of hermeticism
  • Hermes Franca
    Brazilian UFC fighter
  • Hermes Pan
    American choreographer for dancer Fred Astaire
  • Hermes da Fonseca
    former president of Brazil
  • Hermes Binner
    former governor of Santa Fe, Argentina
  • Hermes
    mentioned in Paul's epistle to the Romans (16:14)

Hermes in Pop Culture

  • Hermes
    Greek god of travel, thievery, medicine.
  • Hermes
    main character in "Quicksilver" by Stephanie Spinner
  • Hermes Conrad
    character in the animated series "Futurama"
  • Hermes
    French luxury brand
  • Hermes (Jesse) Katsopolis
    character on "Full House"
  • Hermes
    greek god, character in "Percy Jackson"