NAME PROFILE
Ermias
Ermias is an Ethiopian name derived from the Hebrew name Jeremiah, meaning 'Yahweh will uplift.' It conveys a sense of strength and resilience, often associated with leadership and determination.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,251 |
| Gender | Male (81% / 19%) |
| Peak year | 2019 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 2019 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | Ethiopian, Hebrew |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
GA — 20%NY — 20%TX — 20%NJ — 20%IL — 20%
Notable People
Ermias Joseph Asghedom (Nipsey Hussle, Rapper and Activist) · Ermias Mulugeta (Ethiopian Politician) · Ermias Ghebremedhin (Ethiopian Athlete) · Ermias Abebe (Ethiopian Businessman) · Ermias Tadesse (Ethiopian Writer)
Nicknames & Diminutives
ErmiMas
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