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Hermann

Hermann (name) means a male given name and surname of German origin, equivalent to English Herman. Example: “Hermann Hesse wrote Siddhartha and Steppenwolf.”

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A male given name and surname of German origin, equivalent to English Herman.
"Hermann Hesse wrote Siddhartha and Steppenwolf."

How to use Hermann

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe German spelling of Herman.

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Hermanns plural

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Etymology

The German form of Herman, from Old High German roots meaning "army man".

Origin: German

Frequently asked questions

What does “Hermann” mean?

The word “Hermann” means a male given name and surname of German origin, equivalent to English Herman. In plain terms, the German spelling of Herman.

How do you use “Hermann” in a sentence?

Here is “Hermann” used in a sentence: “Hermann Hesse wrote Siddhartha and Steppenwolf.”

What part of speech is “Hermann”?

“Hermann” is a name.

Where does the word “Hermann” come from?

The word “Hermann” comes from German. The German form of Herman, from Old High German roots meaning "army man".

Is “Hermann” a common word?

“Hermann” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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