Hymen Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Hymen

"The god of marriage and marriage ceremonies."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 1918 👥 285 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
The god of marriage and marriage ceremonies.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
285
Life Path
Number 11

📖 What Does Hymen Mean?

The hymen is a thin piece of mucosal tissue that surrounds or partially covers the vaginal opening. A small percentage of females are born with hymens that are imperforate and completely obstruct the vaginal canal. It forms part of the vulva and is similar in structure to the vagina. The word is from the Greek ὑμήν meaning a thin skin or membrane. Many mammals possess hymens due to similar reproductive development.

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The hymen is a thin piece of mucosal tissue that surrounds or partially covers the vaginal opening. A small percentage of females are born with hymens that are imperforate and completely obstruct the vaginal canal. It forms part of the vulva and is similar in structure to the vagina. The word is from the Greek ὑμήν meaning a thin skin or membrane. Many mammals possess hymens due to similar reproductive development.

Root Element
Hymen
Core Meaning
"The god of marriage and marriage ceremonies."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Hymen

H 8
Y 7
M 4
E 5
N 5
SUM 11
11
Life Path
Intuition & Insight
5
Soul Urge
Freedom & Adventure
6
Personality
Nurturing & Responsibility

Life Path 11 — Intuition & Insight: Highly intuitive, idealistic, and visionary.

📊 Hymen in Numbers

285 US bearers
1918 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Hymen" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "The god of marriage and marriage ceremonies.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~285 people named Hymen in the US. Peaked in 1918 with 31 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Hymen?

The Life Path number for Hymen is 11, associated with Intuition & Insight. Soul Urge: 5. Personality: 6.

Is Hymen a boy or girl name?

Hymen is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Hymen in the US?

Approximately 285 people in the United States are named Hymen. The name peaked in 1918 with 31 recorded uses.

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