Clifton Hermes

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Clifton Hermes — English
75K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Clifton Hermes is a name that combines English origins. The first name Clifton is a masculine given name of English origin. Clifton is a given name. Notable people with the name include: Clifton Abraham (born 1971), American and Canadian football player Clifton Bailey (born 1967), Jamaican reggae musician, better known as Capleton Clifton Bloomfield (born 1969), American serial killer Clifton R. Breckinridge (1846–1932), American politician Clifton Campbell (born 1967), American sprinter Clifton Bush (born 1970), American professional basketball player Clifton B. Cates (1893–1970), United States Marine Corps four-star general Clifton Chenier (1925–1987), American zydeco musician Clifton Collins Jr. The surname Hermes: Hermès is a surname of Provençal origin. Derived from the Old Provencal erm, meaning "a desert"/"a wasteland" plus the locative suffix -ès, meaning "associated with"/"pertinent to"/"inhabitant of", the topographic surname Hermès indicates that the original bearer lived in relative isolation upon, or was otherwise associated with, an area of barren or uncultivated land. Clifton is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 75K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Clifton reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Clifton

English

Clifton is a given name. Notable people with the name include: Clifton Abraham (born 1971), American and Canadian football player Clifton Bailey (born 1967), Jamaican reggae musician, better known as Capleton Clifton Bloomfield (born 1969), American serial killer Clifton R. Breckinridge (1846–1932), American politician Clifton Campbell (born 1967), American sprinter Clifton Bush (born 1970), American professional basketball player Clifton B. Cates (1893–1970), United States Marine Corps four-star general Clifton Chenier (1925–1987), American zydeco musician Clifton Collins Jr.

Surname: Hermes

English

Hermès is a surname of Provençal origin. Derived from the Old Provencal erm, meaning "a desert"/"a wasteland" plus the locative suffix -ès, meaning "associated with"/"pertinent to"/"inhabitant of", the topographic surname Hermès indicates that the original bearer lived in relative isolation upon, or was otherwise associated with, an area of barren or uncultivated land.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Clifton is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Clifton by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Clifton Hermes

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Clifton Hermes:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Clifton?
The first name Clifton originates from English. Clifton is a given name. Notable people with the name include: Clifton Abraham (born 1971), American and Canadian football player Clifton Bailey (born 1967), Jamaican reggae musician, better known as Capleton Clifton Bloomfield (born 1969), American serial killer Clifton R. Breckinridge (1846–1932), American politician Clifton Campbell (born 1967), American sprinter Clifton Bush (born 1970), American professional basketball player Clifton B. Cates (1893–1970), United States Marine Corps four-star general Clifton Chenier (1925–1987), American zydeco musician Clifton Collins Jr.
When was Clifton most popular?
The name Clifton reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Hermes?
The surname Hermes originates from English. Hermès is a surname of Provençal origin. Derived from the Old Provencal erm, meaning "a desert"/"a wasteland" plus the locative suffix -ès, meaning "associated with"/"pertinent to"/"inhabitant of", the topographic surname Hermès indicates that the original bearer lived in relative isolation upon, or was otherwise associated with, an area of barren or uncultivated land.
How common is the surname Hermes?
The surname Hermes is shared by approximately 4K people worldwide.
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