Elwood vs Elmer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elwood

Boy #2,135 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"woodland near the elder trees"

Origin: Old English

American English

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Boy #1,169 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble and famous"

Origin: Old English

American English

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Elwood Rank #2,135

Elmer Rank #1,169

Elmer is more popular, ranked #1169 vs #2135 for Elwood.

Is Elwood or Elmer more popular?

Elmer is more popular, ranked #1169 compared to Elwood at #2135 in the United States.

What do Elwood and Elmer mean?

Elwood means "woodland near the elder trees" (Old English origin). Elmer means "noble and famous" (Old English origin).

Are Elwood and Elmer boy or girl names?

Elwood is primarily a boy name. Elmer is primarily a boy name.