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    Elmo

    Discover the meaning and origin of the name Elmo

    Elmo

    Boy
    english
    2 syllables

    Elmo is an english boy's name meaning "Protector; worthy to be loved; abbreviation of erasmus who was a noted dutch scholar".

    With english roots, Elmo is a boy name that means "Protector; worthy to be loved; abbreviation of erasmus who was a noted dutch scholar". At just 4 letters, it is short and easy to say. It has 2 syllables.

    Origin
    english
    Gender
    Boy
    Syllables
    2

    Meaning compiled from public name lists.

    Meaning

    Protector; worthy to be loved; abbreviation of erasmus who was a noted dutch scholar

    Popularity

    Very rare in US records (source: US Social Security Administration birth records (best rank 2008–2017))

    Quick answers about Elmo

    Very rare in US records

    What does Elmo mean?

    Elmo is a boy name of english origin meaning "Protector; worthy to be loved; abbreviation of erasmus who was a noted dutch scholar".

    Is Elmo a rare name?

    Yes. Elmo does not appear in official US birth records for 2017, meaning fewer than 5 babies got the name that year.

    Sister names that go with Elmo

    EvelynHarperEllaLilyScarlettAudrey

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    Names with a similar meaning to Elmo

    Elmo means "Protector; worthy to be loved; abbreviation of erasmus who was a noted dutch scholar" — these names share that spirit.

    • Liam — "Strong-willed warrior and protector" (irish)
    • William — "Resolute protector" (german)
    • Skylar — "Scholar; shelter" (dutch)

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