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The Name Hermione - Origin and Meaning of Hermione
  



The Name Hermione - Origin and Meaning of Hermione


Gender

Feminine

Origin of the Name Hermione

Greek

Usage of the Name Hermione

Greek Mythology, Literary

Meaning of the Name Hermione

The name Hermione is a derivative of the name Hermes.

Famous Bearers

In Greek mythology, Hermione was the daughter of Menelaus and Helen.
Bearers of the name include Hermione Gingold (1897 - 1987), an English actress; Hermione Baddeley (1906 - 1986), an English actress; Hermione Norris (born 1967), an English actress.

Interesting Facts about Hermione

The name Hermione was used in Shakespeare's play The Winter's Tale (published in 1623). Hermione is also one of the main characters in J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter series.

Names Related to Hermione

Refer to the list of names related to Hermes.
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