Ernst
Ernst: name meaning, origin and popularity
How popular is Ernst?
Since 1880, 2,383 boys in the U.S. have been named Ernst. Its highest rank for boys was #417 in 1885. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Ernst FAQ
How popular is the name Ernst?
Since 1880, 2,383 boys in the U.S. have been named Ernst. Its highest rank for boys was #417 in 1885. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Ernst a boy or girl name?
Ernst is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 2,383 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year).