Holding steady.
Popularity of Hermenia since 1915
Babies named Hermenia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 13 |
| 1920s | 13 |
| 1930s | 53 |
| 1940s | 50 |
| 1950s | 30 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Hermenia is a rare and distinctive name first recorded in U.S. birth data in 1915. Though it never ranked among the top names, it reached its peak year in 1931, reflecting a modest but steady usage during the early 20th century. Since then, its trajectory has remained stable, with no significant resurgence in recent decades. The name's etymology is uncertain but may be linked to the Roman family name Herminius or seen as a variant of Hermione, connecting it to the Olympian messenger god Hermes. Hermenia's top recorded states show no concentrated regional popularity, suggesting it has been used sporadically across the country. For parents seeking an unusual name with classical resonance, Hermenia offers a softly melodic alternative to more familiar Hermione or Hermine.
Hermenia may be a feminine elaboration of the Roman family name Herminius, or a variant of Hermione, itself derived from Hermes. The name appears infrequently in English records, with its peak in the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Hermi, Menia
Sibling names for Hermenia
Names that share Hermenia's style, for a brother or sister.
