Elmer vs Roan

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 #1,351 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"little seal"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish Scottish American

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Elmer Rank #1,169

Roan Rank #1,351

Elmer is more popular, ranked #1169 vs #1351 for Roan.

Is Elmer or Roan more popular?

Elmer is more popular, ranked #1169 compared to Roan at #1351 in the United States.

What do Elmer and Roan mean?

Elmer means "noble and famous" (Old English origin). Roan means "little seal" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Elmer and Roan boy or girl names?

Elmer is primarily a boy name. Roan is primarily a boy name.