US Popularity:10539
Origin:British
Meaning:Elf spear; Noble spear; Old spear
One thing for sure and certain is baby is destined to rule with a strong moral compass. Elgar is an Old English surname that was transformed into a boy’s name. There are multiple meanings, all of which encompass the spear, with different elements preceding it. Signifying “elf spear,” “noble spear,” and “old spear,” Elgar’s path to leadership is clear. They will believe in helping those who can’t speak for themselves, and their weapon will be their voice. Give baby the courage to fight for what’s right with the name Elgar.

Famous People Named Elgar

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  • Edward Elgar
    Composer

Elgar Name Popularity Data

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
1994
#16742
in 1994
+ 1558
from 1992
In comparison to the previous year's data
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