Ernst
Boy nameErnst has been given to 2,383 babies in the U.S. since 1880. It peaked in 1917.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
2,383
Peak year
1917 (59 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1880
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All boys
Rank through the decades
Ernst's rank among U.S. boy names at 25-year milestones.
| Year | Boys rank |
|---|---|
| 1900 | #928 |
— means outside the top 1000 that year.
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Ernst — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Ernst.
FAQ
How popular is the name Ernst?
Ernst has been given to 2,383 babies in the U.S. since 1880. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Ernst peak?
Ernst peaked in 1917, when 59 babies were given the name.
Is Ernst a girl or boy name?
Ernst is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Ernst are boys).
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