Noble, protector, or helmet
Elmo is a name with complex roots, often considered a derivative of Erasmus or Guglielmo. It is frequently linked to the Germanic element 'helm', meaning protection or helmet, and 'adel', meaning noble. In Italy, it is associated with Saint Elmo, the patron saint of sailors.
Less common today
Elmo isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,597 in 1994.
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