Elmo is a first name of Hebrew origin, meaning "to dream" or "dreamer." It was popularized by Sesame Street's lovable red monster, Elmo, who debuted in the 1970s and has since become a beloved figure worldwide.
The name Elmo experienced a notable increase in popularity during the early 1900s, peaking around 1916 with 19 births recorded that year. However, it appears to have declined significantly by the late 1920s and early 1930s, with fewer than 10 births per year recorded after 1925. Overall, the name Elmo was given to a total of 247 babies between 1906 and 1937.