Filmer
“A Irish name with cultural significance”
Irish origin · Unisex name
#1778US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.3%Percentile
What does Filmer mean and where does it come from?
Filmer is a name found across Irish cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.
Cultural significance
Filmer carries the heritage of Irish tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1778 in 2015 — currently #1778 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Filmer?
Filmer works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Filmer Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Filmer Rose
Floral · soft ending
Filmer Mae
Sweet · timeless
Filmer Claire
French influence · crisp
Filmer Jane
Literary · strong
Filmer Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Filmer right now?
Holding steady — currently #1778 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Filmer is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Filmer?
Common
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Famous people named Filmer
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Filmer (traditional Irish musician)
Filmer passed this name through generations of Irish musical tradition.
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Filmer (Irish poet or writer)
Filmer used this name in the rich tradition of Irish literature and storytelling.
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Filmer (Irish saint)
Filmer helped spread this name across Ireland and Scotland through the early Christian monastic movement.
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Filmer (Irish poet or writer)
Filmer used this name in the rich tradition of Irish literature and storytelling.
What names sound and feel like Filmer?
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Common questions about the name Filmer
What does the name Filmer mean?
Filmer means "A Irish name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Irish tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Filmer?
Filmer is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Filmer?
Filmer originates from Irish tradition. Irish names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Filmer a common or rare name?
Filmer is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Filmer more of a girl or boy name?
Filmer is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.
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