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Name Origin

Ermanno is an Italian masculine given name. It is derived from the Germanic elements 'ermen' meaning 'whole' or 'universal' and '-o' a suffix indicating belonging. Therefore, Ermanno traditionally signifies 'universal man' or 'whole man'.

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Famous People

Ermanno Olmi (1931-2018)

Film director

  • Won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival for his film 'The Tree of Wooden Clogs'
  • Known for his neorealist filmmaking style
  • Directed influential films such as 'L'albero degli zoccoli' (The Tree of Wooden Clogs) and 'Il posto' (The Job)

Ermanno Scervino (1956-)

Fashion designer

  • Founded the Ermanno Scervino fashion house in 2007
  • Known for elegant and sophisticated womenswear
  • Dresses celebrities such as Beyoncé and Scarlett Johansson