Elmo Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Elmo Name at a Glance

Name	Elmo
Meaning	Abbreviation of Erasmus who was a noted Dutch scholar.
Origin	Dutch
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Elmo Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Elmo means “Abbreviation of Erasmus who was a noted Dutch scholar”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Elmo Name Origin

Our database records Elmo under Dutch origin. Browse more Dutch baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Elmo a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Elmo is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Elmo

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