Elmer Dantzler

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Elmer Dantzler — Germanic
111K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Elmer Dantzler is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Elmer is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. Elmer is a name of Germanic British origin. The given name originated as a surname, a medieval variant of the given name Aylmer, derived from Old English æþel (noble) and mær (famous). It was adopted as a given name in the United States, "in honor of the popularity of the brothers Ebenezer and Jonathan Elmer, leading supporters of the American Revolution". The name has declined in popularity since the first decades of the 20th century and fell out of the top 1,000 names used for American boys in 2009. The surname Dantzler: Cameron Dantzler (born 1998), American football player Connor Dantzler (born 1994), American athlete Rick Dantzler (born 1956), American lawyer and politician T. C. Dantzler (born 1970), American Greco-Roman wrestler Tom Dantzler (born 1941), American politician Woodrow Dantzler (born 1979), American football player Elmer is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 111K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Elmer reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Elmer

Germanic

Elmer is a name of Germanic British origin. The given name originated as a surname, a medieval variant of the given name Aylmer, derived from Old English æþel (noble) and mær (famous). It was adopted as a given name in the United States, "in honor of the popularity of the brothers Ebenezer and Jonathan Elmer, leading supporters of the American Revolution". The name has declined in popularity since the first decades of the 20th century and fell out of the top 1,000 names used for American boys in 2009.

Surname: Dantzler

English

Cameron Dantzler (born 1998), American football player Connor Dantzler (born 1994), American athlete Rick Dantzler (born 1956), American lawyer and politician T. C. Dantzler (born 1970), American Greco-Roman wrestler Tom Dantzler (born 1941), American politician Woodrow Dantzler (born 1979), American football player

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Elmer is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Elmer by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Elmer Dantzler

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Elmer Dantzler:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Elmer?
The first name Elmer originates from Germanic. Elmer is a name of Germanic British origin. The given name originated as a surname, a medieval variant of the given name Aylmer, derived from Old English æþel (noble) and mær (famous). It was adopted as a given name in the United States, "in honor of the popularity of the brothers Ebenezer and Jonathan Elmer, leading supporters of the American Revolution". The name has declined in popularity since the first decades of the 20th century and fell out of the top 1,000 names used for American boys in 2009.
When was Elmer most popular?
The name Elmer reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Dantzler?
The surname Dantzler originates from English. Cameron Dantzler (born 1998), American football player Connor Dantzler (born 1994), American athlete Rick Dantzler (born 1956), American lawyer and politician T. C. Dantzler (born 1970), American Greco-Roman wrestler Tom Dantzler (born 1941), American politician Woodrow Dantzler (born 1979), American football player
What are the origins of the name Elmer Dantzler?
The name Elmer Dantzler combines two different traditions: the first name Elmer has Germanic roots, while the surname Dantzler originates from English.
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