Herminio

“Soldier” — Associated with the Latin name 'Hermenegildus

Spain origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#10110US 2023

7Births / yr

↓Falling

1.4kAll-time births

📅 Since 191400

How to pronounce Herminio

HER·min·EYE·oh

/ˈhɝ.mɪn.ˈaɪ.oʊ/ · stress on HER · 4 syllables

“Soldier”

Associated with the Latin name 'Hermenegildus · Spain origin

What does Herminio mean and where does it come from?

Herminio is a masculine name derived from the Spanish and Portuguese version of the name Hermenegild. The name can be associated with the Latin name 'Hermenegildus,' meaning 'a person who is devoted to the tradition of the military'. Herminio is not extremely common, but it has been used in Spanish-

Cultural significance

Herminio has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spain-speaking communities, where it reflects values of soldier.

Peak popularity

Reached #1441 in 1968 — currently #10110 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Herminio?

Herminio works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Herminio Grace

How popular is Herminio right now?

Falling — down 1557 spots — currently #10110 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1920–2023#10110 · Top 7.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10110	7	▼ down 1557 · -22% births
2022	#8553	9	▲ up 1556 · +29% births
2021	#10109	7	▲ up 636 · +17% births
2015	#10745	6	▼ down 6784 · -74% births
2005	#3961	23	▲ up 1375 · +77% births
2000	#5336	13	▼ down 1873 · -32% births
1995	#3463	19	▲ up 1261 · +73% births
1990	#4724	11	▼ down 1449 · -21% births
1985	#3275	14	▼ down 963 · -36% births
1980	#2312	22	▼ down 401 · -12% births
1975	#1911	25	▲ up 118 · +25% births
1970	#2029	20	▼ down 552 · -29% births
1965	#1477	28	▲ up 240 · +22% births
1960	#1717	23	▲ up 554 · +77% births
1955	#2271	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Herminio

Best Year1965Rank #1477

Peak Count28

Average Rank#4113

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1920 - 202322 years

The story of Herminio

Herminio entered American naming records in 1914 and has been in use for over 110 years. With 1,391 total births recorded, Herminio remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4051 in 1920, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10110 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Herminio in 1968:

Michael David John James Robert

Herminio by decade

Herminio peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	14
1920s	75
1930s	89
1940s	104
1950s	159
1960s ★	211
1970s	198
1980s	192
1990s	162
2000s	127
2010s	60

💎With 1,391 total births, Herminio is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Herminio?

Common

HerHeInio

What names sound and feel like Herminio?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Herminio also consider these

Hermínio

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Erminio

Italy · Italian

Hermindo

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Hermino

Spanish · Spanish

Remijio

Spain · Oath, to redeem,

Arabic · A Arabic name

How is Herminio written in other languages?

What are the girl versions of Herminio?

Herminia ANCIENT ROMAN Erminia ITALIAN Hermínia PORTUGUESE Herminia SPANISH Hermes GREEK MYTHOLOGY

Common questions about the name Herminio

What does the name Herminio mean?

Herminio means "Soldier" — a name rooted in Spain tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Herminio?

Herminio is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Herminio have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Herminio?

Herminio originates from Spain tradition. Spain names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Herminio?

Herminio is a four-syllable name pronounced HH ER1 M IH0 N AY1 OW0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Herminio?

Herminio pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Spain heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.