Quick answer
Elmer is a boy name.
Pronunciation: American English /ˈɛl.məɹ/; British English /ˈɛl.mə/.
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