Ernest
Boy NameGermanic
Meaning
Serious, resolute
Origin
Germanic
Peak Year
1895
Peak Popularity
0.66%
Popularity Over Time
1880
0.52%
1890
0.65%
1900
0.62%
1910
0.56%
1920
0.51%
1930
0.42%
1940
0.31%
1950
0.24%
1960
0.15%
1970
0.12%
1980
0.07%
1990
0.04%
2000
0.02%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ernest mean?
Ernest means "Serious, resolute" and comes from Germanic origin.
When was Ernest most popular?
Ernest was most popular in 1895 when 0.66% of babies were given this name.
Is Ernest a boy or girl name?
Ernest is primarily used as a boy name.