Selmer

Selmer Origin and Meaning

The name Selmer is a boy's name.

Selmer is a masculine name with Scandinavian origins, particularly popular in Norway. It derives from a combination of Old Norse elements: either 'salr' (hall, house) and 'mærr' (famous), or potentially from 'sæl' (happy, blessed) and 'mærr.' The name gained modest recognition in the United States during the early 20th century, particularly in areas with strong Norwegian immigration. Selmer peaked in popularity between 1890-1930 in America but has since become quite rare. The name carries a dignified, somewhat vintage quality that connects to Scandinavian heritage. Interestingly, the Selmer Company, known for manufacturing quality musical instruments, particularly saxophones, has given the name additional recognition outside of personal naming traditions. Today, it offers a distinctive option for parents seeking a name with Nordic roots and a melodious sound.

Selmer Rank in US Top 1000

# 981 in the US

Famous People Named Selmer

• Selmer Adolf Jackson American actor
• Selmer Bringsjord American computer scientist
• Selmer Martin Johnson American mathematician
• Selmer W. Gunderson American politician from Wisconsin