Elmore Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Elmore has its origins in Old English, combining elements that refer to an elm tree by the riverbank. It evolved through various historical forms and is often associated with traditional American culture. The name does not have biblical relevance. Elmore gained popularity as both a surname and a given name over the centuries, and it is now considered a vintage name with a unique charm.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elmore"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛl.mɔːr/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Elmore is derived from a combination of the Old English elements 'ælm' meaning 'elm tree' and 'or' meaning 'riverbank' or 'river'.
Meaning
elm tree by the riverbank
Language Evolution
Ælmer, Elmer, Elmore
Historical Usage
Elmore gained popularity as a surname in medieval England and was later adopted as a given name in the 19th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Elmer, Almore, Almira
Modern Popularity & Image
Elmore is perceived as a traditional and somewhat uncommon name today, often associated with vintage Americana.
Famous People
Elmore Leonard - American novelist and screenwriter, Elmore James - influential American blues guitarist and singer
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✨ Elmore Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 131 peak births in 1918
Geographic Spread
Popular across 19 US states, with strongest presence in South Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elmore"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Elmore"
"Elmore" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 614th of 7545 | 1,692 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 874th of 6773 | 960 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1269th of 7552 | 700 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2661st of 10718 | 220 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7805th of 16616 | 62 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 18390th of 24088 | 16 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 23106th of 23106 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7989th of 9107 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Elmore" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
64.12% 908th/1416 |
69.25% 955th/1379 |
20.46% 484th/2366 |
85.99% 982nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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78.86% 1227th/1556 |
29.45% 693rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
63.27% 1409th/2227 |
63.42% 1541st/2430 |
36.28% 1035th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
55.91% 1967th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Elmore" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Elmore"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elmore" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Elmore" in the United States
The name Elmore is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Elmore has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Elmore' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 614th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 874th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1269th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2661st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7805th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18390th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23106th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7989th out of 9107 names. Discover how the name 'Elmore' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.