Hermenegildo
her-men-EH-gil-do
Hermenegildo is a boy’s name of Germanic origin, meaning “A Germanic name, meaning "army-gift" or "soldier of the army." It combines "heri" (army) and "mengild" (gift).”, and peaked in popularity in 1995.
What Hermenegildo Means
“A Germanic name, meaning "army-gift" or "soldier of the army." It combines "heri" (army) and "mengild" (gift).”
The Story of Hermenegildo
A name forged from the heart of armies, yet gifted with an enduring legacy.
Hermenegildo is a name of Germanic origin, combining 'heri' (army) and 'mengild' (gift). It carries the meaning 'army-gift' or 'soldier of the army.' It has a significant historical bearer in Saint Hermenegild, a Visigothic prince and saint from the 7th century. Recorded from 1922, it peaked in 1995.
To name your son Hermenegildo is to give him a name that speaks of strength given as a gift. You envision a boy who is bravely loyal, a determined presence whose very being is a contribution to the world.
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The Adventurer
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Famous Namesakes
Saint Hermenegild
7th-century Visigothic prince and Catholic saint.
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Peak Year
#9 in 1995
Total Births
91
First Recorded
1922
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