The name that is transliterated as “Hermes” in English is translated in Libras (Brazilian Sign Language) with the sign for “interpreter.” It is possible that “Hermes” is derived from ἑρμηνεύς, the Greek word for “interpreter. (Source: Missão Kophós )
“Hermes” in Libras (source )
For more information on translations of proper names with sign language see Sign Language Bible Translations Have Something to Say to Hearing Christians .
