Ernestine Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationUR-nis-teen / /ˈɜrnəstiːn/French; German
Meaning
French: serious; German: earnest
Historical & Cultural Background
Ernestine is a feminine form of the name Ernest, which has roots in both French and German cultures. The name became popular in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has been associated with qualities of seriousness and sincerity. While traditionally feminine, it has seen some use as a masculine name in modern contexts.
Trend Summary
Ernestine has seen fluctuating popularity, with a notable decline in usage in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ernestina
- Ernest
International Variants
- Ernestina (Spanish)
- Ernestine (German)
Famous people named Ernestine
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ernestine was first seen in the United States in 1922. Ernestine has ranked as high as #850 nationally, which occurred in 1931, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Ernestine has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ernestine
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 12 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 12 |
| 1936 | 12 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1957 | 6 |