Elm

Unisex

Meaning

hard tough wood of an elm tree; used for e.g. implements and furniture

Origin

Germanic

Pronunciation

/ɛlm/

Traits associated with the name Elm:

Dogs named Elm tend to be loving, and affectionate. This name is also associated with companionship, beauty, and empathy.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Elm?

Naming your dog Elm suggests that you have an appreciation for nature and the outdoors. It could also suggest that you have a creative side and enjoy coming up with unique names.

Is Elm a good dog name?

Elm is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Elm isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
3,679
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Elm is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Elm was, in the past month, the 3374th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Elm is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Elm was viewed 25 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Elm's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Elm is most adored in District of Columbia, Illinois and Missouri.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oklahoma, New York and North Carolina.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Elm.

Most popular breeds named Elm:

  1. Korean Jindo

Elm is found in these categories:

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Elm is a type of tree, often associated with nature and growth, similar to blossoms.

Dog names like Elm:

Elf
below 3 kilohertz
Spark, Burning Low
the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on
A mountain nymph in Greek mythology.
Dweller On The Eure River
The color; also a colloquialism meaning "sad"
Elm dog name meaning

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