How popular is the name Helmer in 2025?

Helmer is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Helmer most popular?

Helmer peaked in 1897, reaching #515 among US boy names.

Helmer will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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Helmer entered the US charts in 1884, peaked at #515 in 1897, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#515

peak (1897)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 100 people named Helmer are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Helmer alive today was born around 1919, making them about 106 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Helmer in 2025?: Helmer is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Helmer most popular?: Helmer peaked in 1897, reaching #515 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Helmer with classmates?: Helmer will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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