Messenger of the gods; stone heap
Derived from the Greek word 'herma', referring to a stone cairn used as a boundary marker. In Greek mythology, Hermes is the fleet-footed messenger god of commerce, travel, and thievery.
Less common today
Hermes isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,195 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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Choreographer and collaborator of Fred Astaire
Former President of Brazil
