Elmer vs Ross

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 #1,362 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"headland, promontory"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish English American

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Elmer Rank #1,169

Ross Rank #1,362

Elmer is more popular, ranked #1169 vs #1362 for Ross.

Is Elmer or Ross more popular?

Elmer is more popular, ranked #1169 compared to Ross at #1362 in the United States.

What do Elmer and Ross mean?

Elmer means "noble and famous" (Old English origin). Ross means "headland, promontory" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Elmer and Ross boy or girl names?

Elmer is primarily a boy name. Ross is primarily a boy name.