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.

Hermes Rank in Nameberry Top 1000

# 1260 on Nameberry

Popularity of the name Hermes

• 1260 Nameberry 2025

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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)

The name 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"