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  ERNESTO

The meaning of the unisex name Ernesto is SERIOUS: DETERMINED..

Details on ERNESTO:

Gender:
Unisex
Meaning(s):
Serious: determined
Popularity for Boy:
1,883rd in the USA (top 10%)
Popularity for Girl:
33,754th in the USA (bottom 50%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

262 births
ERNESTO as a BOY in 2024
5 births
ERNESTO as a GIRL in 2006

The meaning(s) of ERNESTO:

The name Ernesto is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Ernesto is: Earnest.
English meaning
The name Ernesto is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Ernesto is: Earnest.
American meaning
The name Ernesto is a Spanish baby name. In Spanish the meaning of the name Ernesto is: Serious; determined.
Spanish meaning

USA SSA birth(s) for ERNESTO:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name ERNESTO

 ERNESTO as a boy

YearBoy Births
2024262 births
2023271 births
2022279 births
2021257 births
2020293 births
2019304 births
2018330 births
2017344 births
2016361 births
2015412 births
2014402 births
2013390 births
2012478 births
2011531 births
2010529 births
2009587 births

 ERNESTO as a girl

YearGirl Births
20065 births
19949 births
19926 births
19915 births
19909 births
19897 births
19867 births
198510 births
19847 births
19835 births
19825 births
19776 births
19765 births
19755 births
19747 births
19727 births

About the name ERNESTO

Ernesto, a name steeped in history and significance, flows from the Spanish and Italian roots of the German name Ernust, meaning "serious" or "determined." This name embodies a spirit of strength and resolve, often associated with those who lead with conviction and purpose. Widely embraced in Spanish-speaking countries, such as Mexico, Argentina, and Spain, Ernesto carries with it an air of cultural richness, often linked to prominent figures like the revolutionary Ernesto Che Guevara, whose legacy evokes themes of courage and change. In addition to its Latin heritage, the name resonates across diverse cultures, finding a place in Italian families, where it is celebrated for its classic elegance. With its melodic sound and profound meaning, Ernesto is a name that invites a sense of integrity and depth, making it a thoughtful choice for a child destined to make a mark in the world.

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