Erna Boy

Popularity: · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationER-nah / /ˈɛrnə/

German; Scandinavian

Meaning

German: serious; Scandinavian: battle maiden

Historical & Cultural Background

Erna is a name with roots in both German and Scandinavian cultures. In German-speaking regions, it is often associated with seriousness and earnestness. In Scandinavian contexts, it can be linked to themes of strength and valor. The name has seen varying levels of popularity over the years, particularly in the early to mid-20th century.

Trend Summary

The name Erna has seen a decline in popularity in the United States in recent decades.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Ern
  • Ernie

International Variants

  • Erna (Italian)
  • Erna (Spanish)

Famous people named Erna

Fictional characters named Erna

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Erna was first seen in the United States in 1909. Erna has ranked as high as #878 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Erna has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Erna

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19095
19216