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BoyPronounced American English /ˈɛl.məɹ/; British English /ˈɛl.mə/Dutch language family

Elmer

From a surname that was derived from the Old English name Æðelmær.

Quick answer

Elmer is a boy name.

Pronunciation: American English /ˈɛl.məɹ/; British English /ˈɛl.mə/.

GenderBoy
PronunciationAmerican English /ˈɛl.məɹ/; British English /ˈɛl.mə/
Language familyDutch

Meaning and history

From a surname that was derived from the Old English name Æðelmær. In the United States it is sometimes given in honour of brothers Jonathan (1745-1817) and Ebenezer Elmer (1752-1843), who were active in early American politics.

Notes and context

Usage: english