TheNameDBElmer
MasculineMeaning
Noble and famous.
Etymology
Derived from the Old English elements 'aethel,' meaning 'noble,' and 'maer,' meaning 'famous' or 'renowned.' The name became more common as a given name in the 19th and 20th centuries.
About the Name Elmer
Elmer was particularly popular in the United States during the early to mid-20th century and has a somewhat vintage or folksy quality. The name has declined in usage but retains nostalgic appeal.