Elmi
knowledge, learned
GenderBoyOriginSomali/ArabicSay itEL-meePopularityRare outside Somalia
Pronounced EL-mee
About the name Elmi
Elmi comes from the Arabic root for knowledge, marking a child hoped to grow wise. It's short, memorable, and easy to pronounce.
Curious, thoughtful, and drawn to books and ideas.
Fun fact
Elmi Bowdheri is celebrated as one of Somalia's most romantic classical poets.
Variations
IlmiCilmi
Famous people named Elmi
- Elmi Bowdheri (renowned Somali poet)