Elmer

Elmer is a given name that originated from the Old English name Æþelmær, which means "noble and famous". It was a common name in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, but its popularity has since declined. Notable people with the name include Elmer Bernstein, an American composer and conductor, and Elmer Fudd, a fictional character in the Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies series of cartoons.

Etymology

The name Elmer originates from the Old English name Æþelmær. This name is composed of two elements: "æþel", which means "noble", and "mær", which means "famous". The name was common among Anglo-Saxons and was borne by several kings of England.

Popularity

Elmer was a popular name in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. According to the Social Security Administration, it was among the top 100 most popular names for boys from 1880 to 1926. However, its popularity has since declined. In 2018, it was the 1,366th most popular name for boys in the United States.

Notable people

Several notable people have borne the name Elmer, including:

• Elmer Bernstein (1922–2004), an American composer and conductor known for his film scores.
• Elmer Fudd, a fictional character in the Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies series of cartoons. He is one of the most famous characters in these series and is known for his distinctive voice and his catchphrase, "Be vewy quiet, I'm hunting wabbits".

See also

• List of people named Elmer
• Elmer (disambiguation)

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