Elmar Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEL-mar / /ˈɛl.mɑːr/German; Old High German
Meaning
Noble and famous; renowned
Historical & Cultural Background
Elmar is a name of Germanic origin, derived from the elements 'adal' meaning noble and 'meri' meaning famous. It has been used in various forms throughout history, particularly in German-speaking regions. The name has seen varying levels of popularity over the centuries, often associated with nobility and leadership.
Similar Names
Variants
- Elmore
- Almar
International Variants
- Elmar (German)
- Elmaro (Italian)
Famous people named Elmar
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elmar was first seen in the United States in 1913. Elmar has ranked as high as #895 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in Arkansas. In the past 5 years the name Elmar has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Elmar (1923)
State | Births | Share |
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AR | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1913 | 5 |
1914 | 8 |
1915 | 12 |
1916 | 10 |
1917 | 7 |
1918 | 6 |
1919 | 7 |
1920 | 10 |
1921 | 11 |
1922 | 14 |
1923 | 15 |
1924 | 13 |
1925 | 8 |
1926 | 12 |
1927 | 10 |
1928 | 10 |
1929 | 10 |
1930 | 9 |
1931 | 9 |
1932 | 7 |
1933 | 7 |
1934 | 7 |
1936 | 9 |
1937 | 8 |
1939 | 6 |
1940 | 8 |
1946 | 5 |
1949 | 5 |
1952 | 6 |
1960 | 6 |
2000 | 6 |
2011 | 5 |
2012 | 5 |
2013 | 6 |
2015 | 5 |
2024 | 7 |