Pronunciation: [ˈɛlmɔː] (IPA) 
The word "Elmore" is spelled as /ɛlmɔː/ in IPA phonetic transcription. This is because the first letter, "e", is pronounced as /ɛ/ which is a short "e" sound. The following letters, "lm", are pronounced together as /lm/ with no vowel sound in between. The last two letters, "o" and "re", are pronounced as /ɔː/ which is a long "o" sound followed by a silent "e". Therefore, "Elmore" is pronounced as "EL-mor."
Elmore is a proper noun that typically refers to a given name or a surname predominantly found in English-speaking countries, particularly the United States. As a given name, Elmore is primarily used for boys but can also be employed as a surname.
When used as a surname, Elmore often signifies a family name derived from a place name, meaning that the individual or their ancestors originated from a location called Elmore. In this context, Elmore is presumed to be a toponym referring to towns or villages in different states. The name can also be traced back to England, where it implies a connection to places such as Elmore in Gloucestershire or Elmore Abbey in Worcestershire.
As a given name, Elmore possesses a meaning of its own. It is believed to have originated from the Old English words "ælf" meaning "elf" and "mor" meaning "marsh" or "fen." Hence, the name Elmore can be understood to symbolize "elf swamp" or "marsh inhabited by elves." This interpretation might suggest associations with mythical creatures or magical environments.
In modern times, Elmore may also be used as a company name or a brand name, especially in industries such as automotive, publishing, or electronics. It may refer to an individual with this specific name or serve as an element in a business title. In these contexts, Elmore does not present a specific meaning by itself but rather takes on the significance attached to the entity it represents.
The word "Elmore" has different possible origins depending on its context. As a surname, "Elmore" is of English origin. It is derived from a place name that means "river bank where elm trees grow" in Old English, from the elements "elm" and "ofer" (meaning bank or riverbank). The first recorded instance of the surname can be traced back to the 13th century.
On the other hand, if you are referring to the given name "Elmore", it is also of English origin, but its meaning is slightly different. "Elmore" as a given name derives from the Old English personal name "Æþelmær", which consists of the elements "æþel" (noble) and "mær" (famous or renowned). Over time, this name evolved into different forms, including Elmar, Almar, and eventually Elmore.
