Hermen is of Dutch origin, meaning "army" or "war." It is primarily used as a masculine given name and is believed to have been derived from the Germanic elements Hermannus or Heremanus, which were composed of heri, "army," and man, "man." The name Hermen gained popularity in the Netherlands during the Middle Ages but has since become less common. However, it remains an uncommon yet distinctive name choice for parents seeking a unique moniker with a strong historical background.
The name Hermen experienced peaks in popularity during the years 1917 and 1922 with 6 and 8 births respectively. However, it declined steadily afterwards, with no more than 9 births recorded after 1957. Overall, there were a total of 62 babies named Hermen between 1914 and 1964.