ERNESTINE
The meaning of the unisex name Ernestine is SERIOUS: DETERMINED. FEMININE OF EMEST.
Details on ERNESTINE:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Serious: determined. feminine of emest
- Popularity for Boy:
- 9,295th in the USA (bottom 30%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 27,109th in the USA (bottom 35%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
6 births
ERNESTINE as a GIRL in 2021
6 births
ERNESTINE as a BOY in 1957
The meaning(s) of ERNESTINE:
The name Ernestine is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Ernestine is: A variant spelling of the German Earnest, meaning serious determined, earnestness or vigor, from the Old German Ernust. Famous bearer: The hero of Oscar Wilde's comedy 'The Importance of Being Earnest'.
The name Ernestine is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Ernestine is: A variant spelling of the German Earnest, meaning serious determined, earnestness or vigor, from the Old German Ernust. Famous bearer: The hero of Oscar Wilde's comedy 'The Importance of Being Earnest'.
The name Ernestine is a German baby name. In German the meaning of the name Ernestine is: Serious; determined. Feminine of Emest.
The name Ernestine is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Ernestine is: Serious; determined. Feminine of Emest.
USA SSA birth(s) for ERNESTINE:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name ERNESTINE
ERNESTINE as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 6 births |
| 2020 | 6 births |
| 2019 | 5 births |
| 2018 | 5 births |
| 2017 | 5 births |
| 2016 | 12 births |
| 2015 | 5 births |
| 2014 | 10 births |
| 2012 | 12 births |
| 2011 | 8 births |
| 2008 | 6 births |
| 2006 | 5 births |
| 2005 | 7 births |
| 2003 | 10 births |
| 2002 | 12 births |
| 2001 | 7 births |
ERNESTINE as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 1957 | 6 births |
| 1954 | 5 births |
| 1952 | 5 births |
| 1944 | 5 births |
| 1940 | 7 births |
| 1938 | 6 births |
| 1937 | 7 births |
| 1936 | 12 births |
| 1935 | 12 births |
| 1934 | 7 births |
| 1933 | 5 births |
| 1932 | 8 births |
| 1931 | 12 births |
| 1930 | 9 births |
| 1929 | 8 births |
| 1928 | 10 births |
About the name ERNESTINE
Ernestine, a name steeped in history and grace, derives from the Germanic word "ernest," meaning "serious" or "resolute." Often associated with strength and sincerity, it carries a timeless quality that resonates across cultures. This elegant name has found a home in various countries, particularly in France, where it flourished in the 19th and early 20th centuries, embodying a sense of sophistication and charm. In the United States, Ernestine enjoyed popularity in the early to mid-20th century, often linked to a nurturing spirit and a steadfast nature. The name also holds a place in African American culture, celebrated for its distinctive melodic quality and the warmth it evokes. Symbolically, Ernestine represents a blend of determination and kindness, a name that inspires resilience while nurturing relationships. Choosing Ernestine for your child is to gift them a legacy of strength, an invitation to embrace their individuality with a graceful confidence that transcends time and borders.
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