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Hermès

Hermès

8.1
A French family name used by some people
  • proper noun
  • /ɛrˈmɛs/
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  • The famous artist Hermès was born in Lyon and exhibited his work across Europe.

Examples

  • Several members of the Hermès family attended the gala in Paris last night.

  • She researched the history of the Hermès surname for her genealogy project.

  • The luxury brand Hermès is known for its high-quality leather goods.

  • Did you see the new Hermès collection?

  • The famous fashion house Hermès was founded in 1837 and is known for its luxury goods.

  • Many celebrities choose to wear Hermès accessories on the red carpet to showcase their style.

  • The name Hermès has become synonymous with quality and elegance in the fashion industry.

Surface Forms

Hermès main

Etymology

Hermès as a family name comes from the old name of the Greek god Hermes, who was a quick 'messenger' and a helper of 'trade' and 'travel', so people once used his name as a surname for their family.