Elma
Meaning
helmet
Origin
Italian
Pronunciation
/ɛl.mə/
Traits associated with the name Elma:
Dogs named Elma tend to be loving, resilient, and industrious. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Elma?
That you have a creative and unique sense of style when it comes to naming your pets. It also suggests that you have a strong appreciation for unusual and uncommon names.
Is Elma a good dog name?
Elma has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Elma 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
Elma is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Elma was, in the past month, the 1701st most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2025, Elma is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more 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, Elma was viewed 22 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Elma's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Elma is most adored in California, Texas and Georgia.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Virginia, Tennessee and New Jersey.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Elma.
Most popular breeds named Elma:
- Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Elma is found in these categories:
italian
Derived from Italian, meaning "protective" and "will".
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