Elmo vs Selma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elmo

Girl #70,510 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"helmet, protection"

Origin: Germanic

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Girl #2,770 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"divine protection, helmet of the gods"

Origin: Germanic/Norse

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Elmo Rank #70,510

Selma Rank #2,770

Selma is more popular, ranked #2770 vs #70510 for Elmo.

Is Elmo or Selma more popular?

Selma is more popular, ranked #2770 compared to Elmo at #70510 in the United States.

What do Elmo and Selma mean?

Elmo means "helmet, protection" (Germanic origin). Selma means "divine protection, helmet of the gods" (Germanic/Norse origin).

Are Elmo and Selma boy or girl names?

Elmo is primarily a girl name. Selma is primarily a girl name.