Boy name
Herman name meaning
“army warrior”
Herman is a masculine name of Germanic origin meaning army warrior. Its source forms, Herman and Hermann, combine elements meaning army and man. The name entered Indonesian usage through European naming traditions, including Dutch, connecting its use in Indonesia with those European forms.
What does Herman mean?
Army warrior
In Indonesian: prajurit dalam pasukan
The ending -man has different origins in Rahman, Herman, and Budiman. In Budiman, it relates to a Sanskrit element meaning ‘possessing’, but that explanation does not apply to every name ending in -man. More boy names ending in -man →
Origin and cultural usage of Herman
From the Germanic name Herman or Hermann, combining elements meaning army and man. It entered Indonesian usage through European naming traditions, including Dutch.
Name combinations with Herman
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Herman, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Herman as a first name
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Herman Shri
Interpretation
May this child become a soldier who lives in glory and prosperity.Meaning of each word
- Herman: army warrior
- Shri: splendor, beauty, prosperity
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A picture of an outstanding third soldier with a February association.Meaning of each word
- Herman: army warrior
- Triadi: third and excellent
- Febrianto: associated with February
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Herman Septian
Interpretation
A picture of a soldier in an army with a September association.Meaning of each word
- Herman: army warrior
- Septian: associated with the month of September
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Herman Guruh
Interpretation
A picture of a soldier in an army with a thunderous rumble.Meaning of each word
- Herman: army warrior
- Guruh: rumbling sound caused by lightning
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A picture of a soldier becoming a light for his children and descendants.Meaning of each word
- Herman: army warrior
- Cahyo: light, radiance
- Bani: children, descendants; brave
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May this child become an experienced soldier and a ruler who offers counsel.Meaning of each word
- Herman: army warrior
- Aldo: old or experienced
- Ronie: ruler who gives counsel
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May this son become a soldier with wisdom and sound judgment.Meaning of each word
- Herman: army warrior
- Wicaksana: wise and discerning
- Saputra: son, male child
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Herman Sintong
Interpretation
May this child become a soldier who always upholds what is true.Meaning of each word
- Herman: army warrior
- Sintong: true, real, genuine
Herman as a middle name
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Interpretation
May this child become a young soldier who acts watchfully and carefully.Meaning of each word
- Priyatna: alert, careful in one's actions
- Herman: army warrior
- Angger: young one, an address to a child
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May this child become a victorious soldier who acts upon evidence and knowledge.Meaning of each word
- Vicky: victory; victor
- Herman: army warrior
- Pramana: measure, evidence, basis of knowledge
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May this son grow to serve as a soldier and ruler.Meaning of each word
- Putra: son; royal prince
- Herman: army warrior
- Rico: a powerful ruler
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May this child become a soldier whose intelligence is clear and evident.Meaning of each word
- Akili: reason, intelligence
- Herman: army warrior
- Pranyoto: real, evident
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May this child become a knowledgeable soldier and a virtuous king among kings.Meaning of each word
- Mahardika: virtuous and knowledgeable
- Herman: army warrior
- Rajendra: king among kings
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May this child become a soldier, a judge, and a friend to troops.Meaning of each word
- Dayan: judge or arbiter
- Herman: army warrior
- Erwinsyah: army friend; king
Herman as a last name
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Interpretation
May this child become a soldier and leader who stands firm through difficulties.Meaning of each word
- Partogi: guide, leader
- Tegar: steadfast, resilient in hardship
- Herman: army warrior
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Bintang Herman
Interpretation
A picture of a soldier in an army shining like a star.Meaning of each word
- Bintang: a shining celestial body
- Herman: army warrior
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A picture of a respected younger brother becoming a soldier radiating brilliance.Meaning of each word
- Dimas: a younger male addressed respectfully
- Teja: radiance, brilliance
- Herman: army warrior
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May this child become a faithful, outstanding soldier with a handsome appearance.Meaning of each word
- Setyadi: faithful and excellent
- Kenny: handsome; born of fire
- Herman: army warrior
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Prawira Herman
Interpretation
May this child become a brave soldier and a valiant hero.Meaning of each word
- Prawira: a brave and valiant hero
- Herman: army warrior
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Wicaksana Herman
Interpretation
May this child become a wise soldier with sound and discerning judgment.Meaning of each word
- Wicaksana: wise and discerning
- Herman: army warrior
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How to pronounce Herman
| Syllables | 2 · 6 letters · 6-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦺꦂꦩꦤ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮠᮨᮁᮙᮔ᮪ |
Is Herman a boy’s name?
Yes, Herman is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 98% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Herman ranks #45 among boy names in our data sample (237 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Herman
Famous people named Herman
- Herman Johannes · b. 1912
- Herman Ardiansyah · b. 1951
- Herman Joseph Sahadat Pandoyoputro · b. 1939
- Herman Asaribab · b. 1964
- Herman Sikumbang · b. 1982
- Herman Suradiradja · b. 1947
- Herman Deru · b. 1967
- Herman Abdullah · b. 1950
- Herman Batak · b. 1983
- Herman Dzumafo Epandi · b. 1980
- Herman HN · b. 1956
- Herman Khaeron · b. 1969
FAQ about the name Herman
What is the meaning of Herman?
Herman means army warrior. From the Germanic name Herman or Hermann, combining elements meaning army and man. It entered Indonesian usage through European naming traditions, including Dutch.
Is Herman a boy’s name?
Yes, Herman is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 98% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Herman?
Herman is of European origin.
How many syllables does Herman have?
Herman has 2 syllables (Her-man) and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Herman?
Herman ranks #45 among boy names in our data sample (237 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Herman?
Some ideas: Herman Shri; Priyatna Herman Angger; Partogi Tegar Herman.
Famous people named Herman?
Notable people named Herman include Herman Johannes, Herman Ardiansyah, Herman Joseph Sahadat Pandoyoputro.
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