Elmer vs Elwood

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 #2,135 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"woodland near the elder trees"

Origin: Old English

American English

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Elmer Rank #1,169

Elwood Rank #2,135

Elmer is more popular, ranked #1169 vs #2135 for Elwood.

Is Elmer or Elwood more popular?

Elmer is more popular, ranked #1169 compared to Elwood at #2135 in the United States.

What do Elmer and Elwood mean?

Elmer means "noble and famous" (Old English origin). Elwood means "woodland near the elder trees" (Old English origin).

Are Elmer and Elwood boy or girl names?

Elmer is primarily a boy name. Elwood is primarily a boy name.