What is the origin of the name Hermione?

Hermione is a name of Greek origin.

How popular is the name Hermione?

Hermione is currently ranked #1672 in the United States and is rising in popularity.

How do you pronounce Hermione?

Hermione is pronounced her-MY-oh-nee.

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Hermione

her-MY-oh-nee

Popularity

#1672

rising

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Greek

Total Births

1,744

Peak Year

#122 in 2024

First Recorded

1898

Style

Mythological, Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Tricky to spell

What It Means

Derived from Hermes, the Greek messenger god, meaning 'earthly' or 'messenger'. In Greek mythology, it represents strength and wisdom.

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Herm Mione Hermie Mimi

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Numerology

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Famous Namesakes

Hermione Granger
Intelligent witch in the Harry Potter series.

Nicknames

Herm Mione Hermie Mimi

Similar Names

Penelope Ophelia Theodora Genevieve

Personality Traits

IntelligentLoyalResourcefulDetermined

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