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Hermon

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Pronounced HER-mon /ˈhɜr.mən/Medium

Meaning: From the Hebrew place-name Hermon, 'a sacred/devoted mountain; a sanctuary' (Mount Hermon) — used in Eritrean/Ethiopian families for both sexes; here for girls; we note the placeLow

In 30 seconds: A sacred mountain; a devoted place: Hermon is a Hebrew place-name. Crisp, devout, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'HER-mon').
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Origin LowHebrew
MeaningFrom the Hebrew place-name Hermon, 'a sacred/devoted mountain; a sanctuary' (Mount Hermon) — used in Eritrean/Ethiopian families for both sexes; here for girls; we note the place
U.S. rank (2025)#8047 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births13 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 92

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202419962025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Hermon comes from the Hebrew place-name Hermon, 'a sacred/devoted mountain; a sanctuary' (Mount Hermon, on the northern border of ancient Israel; we note the place). Used in Eritrean/Ethiopian families for both sexes, here for a girl (slug distinguished; said 'HER-mon').

In the U.S. it appears in East African families. Rare, a-sacred-mountain at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Hermon is a Hebrew place-name, 'a sacred/devoted mountain; a sanctuary' (Mount Hermon) — used in Eritrean and Ethiopian families for both sexes (here for girls; we note the place; said 'HER-mon').
Overall data confidence 38%
References — Hermon — place-name; unisex

Variations

HermonaHarmon

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Hermon mean?

Hermon is a Hebrew place-name, 'a sacred/devoted mountain' (Mount Hermon); used for both sexes. We note the place.

How do you pronounce Hermon?

It's said HER-mon /ˈhɜr.mən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Hermon a boy or girl name?

Hermon is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Hermon?

Hermon is a rare name in the U.S.

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