Elmire is of French origin, derived from the Germanic elements 'Helm' meaning 'helmet', and '-ric', meaning 'power'. It was popularized through the character Elmire in Jean-Baptiste Poquelin's play 'Tartuffe'. The name has a unique charm and carries an air of sophistication.
"The name Elmire experienced periods of fluctuating popularity between 1880 and 1947, with a total of 213 births recorded during this time."