Elmar
Boy nameElmar has been given to 314 babies in the U.S. since 1913. It peaked in 1920.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
314
Peak year
1920 (15 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1913
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
6% girls / 94% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Elmar — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Elmar.
FAQ
How popular is the name Elmar?
Elmar has been given to 314 babies in the U.S. since 1913. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Elmar peak?
Elmar peaked in 1920, when 15 babies were given the name.
Is Elmar a girl or boy name?
Elmar is primarily a boy name (94% of babies named Elmar are boys).
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