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Origin & history of Elma1
Germanic / Greek roots
Short form of Wilhelmine or names ending in elma, such as Anselma. It has also been recorded as a combination of Elizabeth and Mary, as in the case of the 19th-century daughter of the Earl of Elgin, who was named using her mother's first and middle names [1].
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Root name
The root form of Elma is Helmut / Anselm — meaning Helmet protection / divine protection.
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Modern usage
Elma remains a beloved choice, ranking #28 in the US. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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How popular is Elma?
28
avg. per year
Average US registrations in the last 10 years
Approximately 28 babies were named Elma each year in the United States over the last decade. That puts it among the most popular names — a timeless classic.
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Total US registrations
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Syllables
4
Numerology
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Numerology of Elma4
Life path number
The Builder
Discipline, reliability and masterful building.
🏗️Builder
📋Organised
💪Hardworking
🎯Detail-oriented
E5
L3
M4
A1
Sum: 13 → Life path 4
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Personality of Elma🏛️
Steady & reliable
When they make a promise, they keep it.
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Methodical
Thorough, careful, precise.
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Quietly powerful
Their strength is always there when it matters.
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Grounded
No matter what swirls around them, they stay centred.
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