Elmer vs Cullen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elmer

Boy #1,169 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble and famous"

Origin: Old English

American English

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Boy #1,131 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"at the holly trees"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish Scottish American

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Elmer Rank #1,169

Cullen Rank #1,131

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

Is Elmer or Cullen more popular?

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

What do Elmer and Cullen mean?

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

Are Elmer and Cullen boy or girl names?

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