Elmer vs Glenn

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 #1,366 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"valley, narrow glen"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish American Australian

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Elmer Rank #1,169

Glenn Rank #1,366

Elmer is more popular, ranked #1169 vs #1366 for Glenn.

Is Elmer or Glenn more popular?

Elmer is more popular, ranked #1169 compared to Glenn at #1366 in the United States.

What do Elmer and Glenn mean?

Elmer means "noble and famous" (Old English origin). Glenn means "valley, narrow glen" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Elmer and Glenn boy or girl names?

Elmer is primarily a boy name. Glenn is primarily a boy name.