Elmore Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEL-mor / ˈɛl.mɔːrEnglish; Old English
Meaning
Old English: nobleman; English: from the elder tree
Historical & Cultural Background
Elmore is derived from Old English elements, meaning 'noble' and 'moor'. The name has historical roots in England, where it was used as a surname before becoming a given name. It is associated with various places in England, indicating a geographical origin. Over time, it has been adopted as a first name, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
Elmore has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Elmoree
International Variants
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Famous people named Elmore
Elmore Leonard was an American novelist and screenwriter known for his crime fiction.
Elmore James was an influential American blues guitarist and singer, often referred to as the 'King of the Slide Guitar'.
Elmore Ruald was a notable American politician who served in various capacities throughout his career.
Elmore Smith was a professional basketball player known for his time in the NBA.
Fictional characters named Elmore
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elmore was first seen in the United States in 1880. Elmore has ranked as high as #742 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in Alabama, South Carolina, Louisiana, North Carolina, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Elmore has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Elmore (1973)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SC | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 9 |
| 1881 | 5 |
| 1882 | 13 |
| 1883 | 10 |
| 1884 | 11 |
| 1885 | 18 |
| 1886 | 11 |
| 1887 | 10 |
| 1888 | 16 |
| 1889 | 14 |
| 1890 | 12 |
| 1891 | 18 |
| 1892 | 14 |
| 1893 | 9 |
| 1894 | 11 |
| 1895 | 19 |
| 1896 | 24 |
| 1897 | 14 |
| 1898 | 20 |
| 1899 | 13 |
| 1900 | 31 |
| 1901 | 9 |
| 1902 | 13 |
| 1903 | 16 |
| 1904 | 19 |
| 1905 | 25 |
| 1906 | 19 |
| 1907 | 26 |
| 1908 | 20 |
| 1909 | 28 |
| 1910 | 31 |
| 1911 | 24 |
| 1912 | 56 |
| 1913 | 64 |
| 1914 | 80 |
| 1915 | 119 |
| 1916 | 86 |
| 1917 | 96 |
| 1918 | 131 |
| 1919 | 102 |
| 1920 | 85 |
| 1921 | 96 |
| 1922 | 115 |
| 1923 | 108 |
| 1924 | 87 |
| 1925 | 88 |
| 1926 | 82 |
| 1927 | 67 |
| 1928 | 58 |
| 1929 | 63 |
| 1930 | 71 |
| 1931 | 68 |
| 1932 | 60 |
| 1933 | 66 |
| 1934 | 48 |
| 1935 | 50 |
| 1936 | 53 |
| 1937 | 44 |
| 1938 | 45 |
| 1939 | 49 |
| 1940 | 37 |
| 1941 | 42 |
| 1942 | 41 |
| 1943 | 58 |
| 1944 | 56 |
| 1945 | 51 |
| 1946 | 45 |
| 1947 | 46 |
| 1948 | 51 |
| 1949 | 57 |
| 1950 | 41 |
| 1951 | 47 |
| 1952 | 43 |
| 1953 | 47 |
| 1954 | 48 |
| 1955 | 46 |
| 1956 | 33 |
| 1957 | 27 |
| 1958 | 38 |
| 1959 | 24 |
| 1960 | 26 |
| 1961 | 26 |
| 1962 | 20 |
| 1963 | 23 |
| 1964 | 12 |
| 1965 | 15 |
| 1966 | 21 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1968 | 14 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 15 |
| 1971 | 22 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 20 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 17 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |