Elmer vs Perseus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elmer

Boy #1,169 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble and famous"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1,293 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ravager, one who destroys"

Origin: Greek

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Elmer Rank #1,169

Perseus Rank #1,293

Elmer is more popular, ranked #1169 vs #1293 for Perseus.

Is Elmer or Perseus more popular?

Elmer is more popular, ranked #1169 compared to Perseus at #1293 in the United States.

What do Elmer and Perseus mean?

Elmer means "noble and famous" (Old English origin). Perseus means "ravager, one who destroys" (Greek origin).

Are Elmer and Perseus boy or girl names?

Elmer is primarily a boy name. Perseus is primarily a boy name.