Elmer vs Decker

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elmer

Boy #1,169 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble and famous"

Origin: Old English

American English

✓ All Clear

Boy #1,189 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"roofer, one who covers"

Origin: Germanic

German Dutch American

✓ All Clear

Elmer Rank #1,169

Decker Rank #1,189

Elmer is more popular, ranked #1169 vs #1189 for Decker.

Is Elmer or Decker more popular?

Elmer is more popular, ranked #1169 compared to Decker at #1189 in the United States.

What do Elmer and Decker mean?

Elmer means "noble and famous" (Old English origin). Decker means "roofer, one who covers" (Germanic origin).

Are Elmer and Decker boy or girl names?

Elmer is primarily a boy name. Decker is primarily a boy name.