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Elmo

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“Helmet, protection”or“Beloved”

Elmo — Originally a short form of Germanic names that began with the element helm meaning "helmet, protection". It is also a derivative of Erasmus, via the old Italian diminutive Ermo. Saint Elmo, also known as Saint Erasmus, was a 4th-century martyr who is the patron of sailors. Saint Elmo's fire is said to be a sign of his protection.

EnglishGermanItalian2 syllables · /ˈɛl.moʊ/

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