Female and male first names beginning with the letter “E”..
ELMA
FemaleScandinavian name derived from the Old Norse word "almr," meaning "nourishing" or "of the Elm tree.
ELMA
MaleScandinavian girls' name derived from the Old Norse word 'álmr', meaning 'elm tree'.
ELMAE
FemaleRare, intriguing given name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Germanic "helma" meaning "helmet," or a combination of Elmer and Mae.
ELMAN
MaleTurkish name meaning 'hand', originally given to boys born with large hands or artistic talents.
ELMAR
MaleGerman masculine name derived from Old High German words meaning "noble" and "army". It was borne by notable historical figures like Elmar of Strasbourg and Elmar the Younger, conveying nobility and courage.
ELMAR
FemaleGerman name derived from Old High German "Adal" meaning noble, and "Maro" meaning famous, thus translating to 'Noble and Famous'.
ELMARIE
FemaleUnique German name derived from "Alberich" meaning "noble" or "famous ruler," and "hild" meaning "battle," translating to "noble battle.
ELMEDA
FemaleUncommon Arabic name meaning "the compassionate one," rooted in the word 'rahma,' signifying mercy and kindness in Islam.
ELMEDIN
MaleBosnian male given name derived from "elma" meaning 'apple' and "din" meaning 'faith', translating to 'Faithful Apple'.
ELMEDINA
FemaleRare and historic Slavic female given name derived from 'el' meaning 'light', and 'mild' or 'gentle', signifying 'light and gentle'.
ELMEN
MaleRare Norwegian name derived from Old Norse 'alminni', meaning 'all men'.
ELMER
FemaleEnglish name derived from the Old English word 'aelm', meaning 'noble'. It was originally used as a nickname for someone considered brave or noble, first appearing in England during the Middle Ages but gaining popularity in the 19th century among Puritans and Quakers in America. Today, Elmer is still an appealing choice despite its uniqueness, having been used in various books and movies like 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' and 'Elmer the Elephant'.
ELMER
MaleEnglish name derived from the Old English word "ælmaer", meaning "work" or "noble". It first appeared in literature in Geoffrey Chaucer's Canterbury Tales and gained popularity as a given name in the late 19th century, despite being relatively uncommon today.
ELMERINE
FemaleUnique, Germanic-origin given name derived from "Helmari," meaning "helmet warrior.
ELMETA
FemaleGreek name meaning 'wisdom', associated with the goddess Athena and historically given to daughters in intellectually inclined families.
ELMI
MaleTurkish boy's name meaning "hand", symbolizing power, strength, and dexterity.
ELMI
FemaleUnisex name of Swahili origin, derived from "elimu," meaning education or knowledge. It was popularized by Tanzanian president Julius Nyerere and is now internationally recognized for its unique sound and positive meaning associated with intelligence and wisdom.
ELMIN
MaleArabic name derived from Ismail, meaning "he who hears or obeys Allah".
ELMINA
FemaleDistinctive Spanish name meaning "of the sea," with historical ties to Spain's coastal towns and an ancient Ethiopian empress.
ELMIR
MaleSlavic name of Bosnian origin, dating back to the 14th century and interpreted as 'noble' or 'strong warrior'.
ELMIRA
FemalePersian origin derived from the Iranian city Elmir, founded by Seljuk Turks in the 11th century. It means 'intelligent' or 'wise', symbolizing elegance and grace.
ELMIRE
FemaleRare but captivating French girl's name derived from "elm," meaning "elm tree" and symbolizing strength, longevity, and beauty.
ELMO
FemaleUnisex given name of Spanish origin, derived from "el hombre," meaning "the man." It gained prominence in the late 19th century among Hispanic communities and has since become international, recognized for its strong connotation and association with notable figures like Elmo Lincoln and Elmo Carrington.
ELMO
MaleSpanish origin name meaning "the man," popularized by Sesame Street's lovable red monster character since 1969.
ELMON
MaleDistinctive male given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "strong" or "bold," reflecting power and courage. Derived from "el" meaning "power" or "strength," combined with "-mon" indicating strength, Elmon has a rich historical significance in Jewish tradition, being given to individuals embodying leadership. Today, it remains an uncommon yet memorable choice for parents seeking a strong and unique identity for their son, carrying a powerful message about the bearer's character and potential.
ELMOND
MaleUnusual English male name derived from 'elm' (oak tree) and 'mund' (protection), translating to 'protected by the oak tree'.
ELMONT
MaleRare yet elegant German male name meaning 'noble protector'.
ELMOR
MaleRare, unique name with unknown origin and meaning, not linked to any known language or culture.
ELMORE
FemaleUncommon English name with a unique meaning derived from Old English elements "ælf" (elf or noble) and "mƾr" (famous), translating to "noble and famous".
ELMORE
MaleRare English name with an intriguing etymology; derived from Old English elements 'ælf' meaning elf and 'mær' meaning famous or renowned, it can be interpreted as "famous elf.
ELMUS
MaleRare Scottish name derived from Gaelic, meaning 'devoted to God'.
ELMYRA
FemaleHebrew-derived female name meaning 'young woman,' notable historically but often associated with purity and innocence.
ELNA
FemaleScandinavian feminine given name derived from the Old Norse word 'álfr', meaning elf or fairy.
ELNARA
FemaleRare Persian name meaning 'moon gazer'.
ELNATAN
MaleHebrew name derived from 'El' (God) and 'Natan' (given), translating to "God has given".
ELNATHAN
MaleUncommon Hebrew name that means "Given by God".
ELNAZ
FemalePersian girl's name derived from the word "Elna," meaning "wise" or "intelligent.
ELNEDA
FemaleUncommon Hebrew name translating to "God has answered," suggesting divine intervention or blessing.
ELNER
FemaleRare Hebrew female name derived from "Elnor," meaning "my God is my light.
ELNER
MaleUncommon given name of unknown origin with no widely accepted theory on its meaning.