Elmer vs Kathrina

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elmer

Boy #1,169 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble and famous"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,169
Total SSA Count
178
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
El

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Elmer Rank #1,169
Kathrina Rank #71,190

Elmer is more popular, ranked #1169 vs #71190 for Kathrina.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Elmer ___

  • Elmer Lee
  • Elmer Wayne
  • Elmer Ray
  • Elmer Dale
  • Elmer Gene
  • Elmer Dean

Kathrina ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Elmer

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If you choose Kathrina

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elmer or Kathrina more popular?

Elmer is more popular, ranked #1169 compared to Kathrina at #71190 in the United States.

What do Elmer and Kathrina mean?

Elmer means "noble and famous" (Old English origin).

Are Elmer and Kathrina boy or girl names?

Elmer is primarily a boy name. Kathrina is primarily a girl name.

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