Erman Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Erman has its roots in Old High German, meaning 'whole' or 'universal'. It evolved from the Old High German 'Ermin' to its modern form. The name is associated with traits of strength and integrity, and while it lacks biblical relevance, it has historical significance in German-speaking regions.
The name Erman is most popular in West Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Erman has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Erman' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1726th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2136th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3523rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8406th out of 10718 names. Discover how the name 'Erman' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Erman"
Pronunciation
/ˈɜːrmən/
Origin
Old High German
Etymology
The name Erman is derived from the Old High German name 'Ermin', which means 'whole' or 'universal'. It is composed of the elements 'ermen', meaning 'whole', and 'man', meaning 'man'.
Meaning
whole, universal
Language Evolution
Ermin (Old High German), Erman (Modern usage)
Historical Usage
The name Erman became more popular during the medieval period in German-speaking regions, particularly as a given name among noble families.
Variants & Derivatives
Ermin, Arman, Herman
Modern Popularity & Image
Erman is not widely used today but carries a historical and traditional significance, often associated with strength and integrity.
Famous People
Erman Bascetkin, a notable Turkish artist, Erman Kılıç, a known Turkish politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Erman"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Erman"
"Erman" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1726th of 7545 | 312 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2136th of 6773 | 221 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3523rd of 7552 | 99 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8406th of 10718 | 15 |
Regional Popularity of "Erman" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
95.07% 2237th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Erman" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Erman"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Erman" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.