Herman
Meaning
Army Man
Origin
Scottish
Pronunciation
/hɜːrmən/
Traits associated with the name Herman:
Dogs named Herman tend to be loving, industrious, loyal, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Herman?
That you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pets unique names.
Is Herman a good dog name?
Herman has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Herman isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Herman is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Herman was, in the past month, the 655th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Herman is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Herman was viewed 53 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Herman's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Herman is most adored in Iowa, Missouri and Texas.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oklahoma, Michigan and Kentucky.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Herman.
Most popular breeds named Herman:
- Dachshund
- German Shepherd
- Cocker Spaniel
- Boxer
- Chihuahua
Herman is found in these categories:
old-fashioned
Popular during the 19th century, it's rarely used in modern times.
scottish
No connection between "Herman" and Scottish culture or language exists.
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