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Herman

her·man

UK/ˈhɜːmən/ US/ˈhɝmən/ fairly common

noun

Origin

From Old English here (“army”) + man (“man”) It was revived in the 19th century, partly due to American immigrants from continental Europe where the name has been more popular. Compare the German equivalent Hermann.

Phrases

  • Herman ring

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Broader terms

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