In the Greek myth, Hermes gave Pandora her name and a deceptive character.
Hesiod describes Hermes as contributing a mind shaped by deception and persuasive speech. He also gives her the name Pandora, usually understood as “all-gifted” or “the gift of all.” The name reflects the many qualities supplied by the gods who participate in her creation.
Hermes is an especially fitting figure for this role. In Greek mythology he is the messenger of the gods and is associated with travel, trade, boundaries, cleverness, and trickery. His presence in Pandora’s creation connects her story with language and persuasion, not merely with the physical jar.
Translations differ in how they render the relevant Greek qualities. Some emphasize lies, cunning, or a deceptive nature, while others stress persuasive speech. Those wording differences do not change the central attribution: Hesiod assigns Pandora’s name and this verbal or deceptive quality to Hermes.