Elmer
Male
Meaning
Noble And Famous
Origin
Germanic
Pronunciation
/ˈɛl.mər/
Traits associated with the name Elmer:
Dogs named Elmer tend to be loving, industrious, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Elmer?
Naming your dog Elmer suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy lightheartedness. It also suggests that you are creative and enjoy coming up with unique names.
Is Elmer a good dog name?
Elmer has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Elmer isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Elmer is found in these categories:
Popularity
- Elmer ranks #3,111 with users of PupNames.com.
- Elmer ranks #1,134 in the New York City Dog Name Database.
- Elmer ranks #1,670 in the Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'.
Elmer is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
In the past week, Elmer was viewed 29 times, and liked 0 times.
Most popular breeds named Elmer:
- Beagle
- Pug
- Basset Hound
- American Staffordshire Terrier
- Cocker Spaniel
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February 10, 2022
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