Elmer vs Anna

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elmer

Boy #1,169 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble and famous"

Origin: Old English

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Girl #94 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"grace, favor"

Origin: Hebrew (Hannah)

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Elmer Rank #1,169

Anna Rank #94

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

Is Elmer or Anna more popular?

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

What do Elmer and Anna mean?

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

Are Elmer and Anna boy or girl names?

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