Elmo
girl nameElmo entered the US charts in 1906, peaked at #1465 in 1913, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1906–2025
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rank today
#1465
peak (1913)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1745 |
| 1910s | #2152 |
| 1920s | #3067 |
| 1930s | #4058 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Elmo are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Elmo alive today was born around 1919, making them about 106 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Elmo in 2025?
- Elmo is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Elmo most popular?
- Elmo peaked in 1913, reaching #1465 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Elmo with classmates?
- Elmo will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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