Ernesta
Girl nameErnesta has been given to 244 babies in the U.S. since 1915. It peaked in 1918.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
244
Peak year
1918 (13 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1915
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Ernesta — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Ernesta.
Sibling name ideas for Ernesta
Same era and popularity as Ernesta, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Ernesta?
Ernesta has been given to 244 babies in the U.S. since 1915. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Ernesta peak?
Ernesta peaked in 1918, when 13 babies were given the name.
Is Ernesta a girl or boy name?
Ernesta is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Ernesta are girls).
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