Elmer
Meaning of Elmer
Elmer is a classic and timeless name for baby boys. It has a strong and masculine sound, making it a popular choice for parents looking for a traditional name. The name Elmer can be pronounced as EL-mer in both American English (/ˈɛlmər/) and British English (/ˈɛlmər/). The name also has a variation, Elmar, which gives parents some flexibility in choosing the exact spelling they prefer. Over the years, Elmer has maintained a steady level of popularity in the United States. While it may not be as commonly used today as it was in the early 20th century, it still remains a beloved choice for many families.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as EL-mer (/ˈɛlmər/)
British English
- Pronunced as EL-mər (/ˈɛlmər/)
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Notable People Named Elmer
| Elmer Verner McCollum was an American biochemist known for his influential work on diet and health, and for establishing the first rat colony in the United States for nutrition research. |
| Elmer Lee Andersen was a successful American businessman, philanthropist, and progressive Republican politician who served as the 30th governor of Minnesota, known for his contributions to social and environmental regulations. |
| Elmer Ephraim Ellsworth was a notable United States Army officer and law clerk, known for being the first Union officer to die in the American Civil War while removing a Confederate flag from a building in Virginia. |
| Elmer Bernstein was an influential American composer and conductor known for creating iconic film and television scores, earning numerous prestigious awards throughout his prolific five-decade career. |
| Elmer Merrifield Keith was an influential American rancher, firearms enthusiast, and author known for his contribution to the development of magnum revolver cartridges. |
| Elmer Drew Merrill was an influential American botanist and taxonomist known for his extensive work in the Philippines and his significant contributions to the study of plant species in the Asia-Pacific region. |
| Elmer Sutter Wilkens was an American football player who played for the Indiana Hoosiers and later with the Green Bay Packers in the NFL. |
| Elmer Francis Layden was an American football player, coach, college athletics administrator, and professional sports executive known for his career at the University of Notre Dame and as the commissioner of the National Football League (NFL). |
| Elmer Lincoln Irey was a prominent figure in the United States Treasury Department and the first Chief of the Internal Revenue Service Intelligence Unit, known for leading the investigation into Al Capone's federal tax evasion. |
| Elmer Scipio Dundy was a United States district judge and the namesake of Dundy County, Nebraska. |
| Elmer Konstantin Niklander was a Finnish athlete known for winning the gold medal in the 1920 discus throw and earning three other Olympic medals, as well as 44 Finnish championships. |
| Elmer E. Fryar was a brave United States Army soldier and a Medal of Honor recipient for his heroic actions during World War II. |
| Elmer George Schwartz, also known as George Elmer Schwartz, was an American football player and captain of the 1930 Washington State Cougars football team. |
| Elmer L. Gaden Jr. was a pioneering figure in biochemical engineering, known for his work at Columbia University and the University of Vermont. |
| Elmer Eric Schattschneider was an American political scientist. |
