Elmer vs Nathan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elmer

Boy #1,169 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble and famous"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #62 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"he gave"

Origin: Hebrew

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Elmer Rank #1,169

Nathan Rank #62

Nathan is more popular, ranked #62 vs #1169 for Elmer.

Is Elmer or Nathan more popular?

Nathan is more popular, ranked #62 compared to Elmer at #1169 in the United States.

What do Elmer and Nathan mean?

Elmer means "noble and famous" (Old English origin). Nathan means "he gave" (Hebrew origin).

Are Elmer and Nathan boy or girl names?

Elmer is primarily a boy name. Nathan is primarily a boy name.