In Greek mythology, Hermes gave Pandora her voice and named her Pandora. Hesiod’s account presents Pandora as a coordinated creation in which several gods contribute qualities or gifts.
Hermes, the messenger of the gods, is associated with communication, speech, and names. The name Pandora means “all-gifted,” pointing to the contributions made by the gods who helped equip her. Other divine figures provide different attributes, while Hephaestus shapes her from earth.
This episode is part of a larger punitive design by Zeus. Pandora is sent to Epimetheus, the brother of Prometheus, after Prometheus’s theft of fire has angered Zeus. Later retellings often compress the many divine contributions into a simpler story, but Hermes’s role is specifically tied to speech and naming in Hesiod’s description.