Anna vs Elmer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Anna

Girl #94 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"grace, favor"

Origin: Hebrew (Hannah)

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Boy #1,169 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble and famous"

Origin: Old English

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Anna Rank #94

Elmer Rank #1,169

Anna is more popular, ranked #94 vs #1169 for Elmer.

Is Anna or Elmer more popular?

Anna is more popular, ranked #94 compared to Elmer at #1169 in the United States.

What do Anna and Elmer mean?

Anna means "grace, favor" (Hebrew (Hannah) origin). Elmer means "noble and famous" (Old English origin).

Are Anna and Elmer boy or girl names?

Anna is primarily a girl name. Elmer is primarily a boy name.