Hermila
Germanic · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Hermila
Hermila is a feminine given name derived from the Germanic element *ermen* meaning "whole" or "universal," and is a variant of Hermine, ultimately linked to the masculine name Herman.
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Etymology
Hermila is a feminine given name derived from the Germanic element *ermen* meaning "whole" or "universal," and is a variant of Hermine, ultimately linked to the masculine name Herman. It is used primarily in Spanish-speaking cultures, particularly Mexico and the Philippines, with no specific religious association, though it gained some historical prominence through Hermila Galindo, a Mexican feminist and revolutionary figure.
Hermila currently ranks #17,457 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1944.
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