Helmer Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Helmer is of Old Norse origin, meaning 'healthy famous'. It evolved from the Old Norse Helmarr and has historical roots in Scandinavian culture. The name is associated with strength and fame, though it has no biblical relevance. It gained popularity during the Viking Age and has maintained a presence in modern times, particularly in Scandinavia and parts of Europe.
The name Helmer is most popular in North Dakota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Helmer has been stalled for male in MidWest. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest. Across generations, 'Helmer' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1366th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2935th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5728th out of 7552 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12106th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11832nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18598th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Helmer' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Helmer"
Pronunciation
/ˈhɛlmər/
Origin
Old Norse
Etymology
The name Helmer is derived from the Old Norse name 'Helmarr', which is composed of the elements 'heil' meaning 'whole' or 'healthy' and 'marr' meaning 'famous'.
Meaning
healthy famous
Language Evolution
Helmarr (Old Norse), Helmer (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Helmer gained popularity in Scandinavia during the Viking Age and has since spread to other regions, particularly in Germany and the United States in the 19th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Helm, Helmers, Hermann
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Helmer is perceived as a traditional and somewhat vintage name, with a strong connection to Scandinavian heritage.
Famous People
Helmer Hansen, a notable Norwegian politician, Helmer M. K. Møller, a prominent Danish physicist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Helmer"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Helmer"
"Helmer" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1366th of 7545 | 452 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2935th of 6773 | 123 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5728th of 7552 | 20 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12106th of 16616 | 18 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 11832nd of 24088 | 59 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 18598th of 23106 | 13 |
Regional Popularity of "Helmer" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
43.08% 610th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
62.87% 972nd/1546 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Helmer" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Helmer"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Helmer" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.