Chalmer is an uncommon given name of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic word 'càilean', meaning 'stranger'. The name has a unique and distinctive sound, making it stand out among more commonly used names. It gained some popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century but remains relatively rare today.
The name Chalmer experienced a significant rise in popularity between 1881 and 1915, with the number of annual births increasing from 7 to a peak of 56. However, this trend reversed after World War I, with the number of births steadily declining until the 1940s, when it reached an all-time low of 9 births in 1945. Since then, the name has remained relatively uncommon, with fewer than 10 births per year recorded in most years up to and including 2000. Overall, there have been a total of 1427 births named Chalmer between 1881 and 2000.