Ernest
Ernest means “Serious; resolute; earnest”.
Origin: GermanicRegion: USA, GlobalGender: BoySyllables: 2
US popularity
#225
all-time rank
302K
births
declining
Silent era
Frequently asked
What does the name Ernest mean?
Ernest means "Serious; resolute; earnest", and is of Germanic origin.
What is the origin of Ernest?
Ernest originates from Germanic.
How popular is the name Ernest?
Ernest has been given to about 301,503 babies in the US and is currently declining, most associated with the Silent generation.
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