Cullen vs Elmer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cullen

Boy #1,131 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"at the holly trees"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,131
Total SSA Count
187
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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Popularity Comparison

Cullen Rank #1,131
Elmer Rank #1,169

Cullen is more popular, ranked #1131 vs #1169 for Elmer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cullen or Elmer more popular?

Cullen is more popular, ranked #1131 compared to Elmer at #1169 in the United States.

What do Cullen and Elmer mean?

Cullen means "at the holly trees" (Irish Gaelic origin). Elmer means "noble and famous" (Old English origin).

Are Cullen and Elmer boy or girl names?

Cullen is primarily a boy name. Elmer is primarily a boy name.

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