ERNEST
The meaning of the unisex name Ernest is SERIOUS: DETERMINED..
Details on ERNEST:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Serious: determined
- Popularity for Boy:
- 2,268th in the USA (top 10%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 13,375th in the USA (bottom 5%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
200 births
ERNEST as a BOY in 2024
10 births
ERNEST as a GIRL in 1991
The meaning(s) of ERNEST:
The name Ernest is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Ernest is: Serious; determined.
The name Ernest is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Ernest is: Serious; determined.
The name Ernest is a German baby name. In German the meaning of the name Ernest is: Serious, determined. Earnestness or vigor, from the Old German Ernust.
USA SSA birth(s) for ERNEST:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name ERNEST
ERNEST as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 200 births |
| 2023 | 212 births |
| 2022 | 186 births |
| 2021 | 187 births |
| 2020 | 208 births |
| 2019 | 193 births |
| 2018 | 215 births |
| 2017 | 213 births |
| 2016 | 209 births |
| 2015 | 216 births |
| 2014 | 247 births |
| 2013 | 216 births |
| 2012 | 223 births |
| 2011 | 252 births |
| 2010 | 218 births |
| 2009 | 251 births |
ERNEST as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 10 births |
| 1989 | 10 births |
| 1988 | 9 births |
| 1987 | 7 births |
| 1986 | 10 births |
| 1985 | 9 births |
| 1984 | 11 births |
| 1983 | 11 births |
| 1982 | 14 births |
| 1981 | 9 births |
| 1980 | 17 births |
| 1979 | 18 births |
| 1978 | 7 births |
| 1977 | 16 births |
| 1976 | 16 births |
| 1975 | 14 births |
About the name ERNEST
Ernest, a name steeped in a rich tapestry of history, finds its roots in the Old German word "eornost," meaning "serious" or "resolute." This timeless moniker evokes a sense of earnestness and sincerity, qualities that resonate deeply in the hearts of those who bear it. Popular across various cultures and countries, particularly in English-speaking nations such as the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia, Ernest has also made its mark in France and Germany, where it retains a classic charm. The name carries with it associations of steadfastness and integrity, often linked to iconic figures like the celebrated writer Ernest Hemingway, whose works embody a profound exploration of the human condition. In a world that sometimes favors the fleeting, Ernest stands as a beacon of authenticity and depth, inviting your child to embrace life with a thoughtful heart and a determined spirit. Choosing this name for your little one can symbolize a lifelong journey toward sincerity, making it a meaningful gift that speaks volumes about the values you cherish.
Search for Baby Names
Fill in as much or as little information to generate names.
