Ernst Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationERNST / /ɛʁnst/German; Dutch
Meaning
German: serious; Dutch: earnest
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ernst has roots in the Germanic word 'ernust', meaning seriousness or earnestness. It has been a common name in German-speaking countries since the Middle Ages. The name was popularized by various historical figures and has been used in literature and arts. It reflects a cultural value placed on sincerity and integrity.
Trend Summary
The name Ernst has seen a decline in popularity in the United States over the past century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ern
- Ernstine
International Variants
- Ernesto (Spanish)
- Ernestas (Lithuanian)
- Ernő (Hungarian)
Famous people named Ernst
Ernst Mach was an Austrian physicist and philosopher known for his contributions to the field of mechanics and the study of sound.
Ernst Ludwig Kirchner was a German painter and printmaker, a key figure in the Expressionist movement.
Ernst von Salomon was a German writer and political activist known for his controversial works in the early 20th century.
Ernst Haeckel was a German biologist and naturalist known for his work in evolutionary theory and for popularizing the concept of ecology.
Fictional characters named Ernst
Ernst Stavro Blofeld is a fictional character in the James Bond franchise, known as the arch-nemesis of James Bond.
Ernst is a character in the children's book 'The Little Prince' by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, representing the adult world's seriousness.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ernst was first seen in the United States in 1880. Ernst has ranked as high as #793 nationally, which occurred in 1917, and has been most popular in New York, Wisconsin, Illinois, Florida, and Missouri. In the past 5 years the name Ernst has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ernst (1992)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 9 |
1881 | 12 |
1882 | 7 |
1883 | 16 |
1884 | 14 |
1885 | 19 |
1886 | 8 |
1887 | 10 |
1888 | 12 |
1889 | 10 |
1890 | 9 |
1891 | 7 |
1892 | 7 |
1893 | 12 |
1894 | 15 |
1895 | 13 |
1896 | 9 |
1897 | 5 |
1898 | 14 |
1899 | 6 |
1900 | 9 |
1901 | 5 |
1903 | 6 |
1904 | 9 |
1905 | 8 |
1906 | 14 |
1908 | 11 |
1909 | 10 |
1910 | 7 |
1911 | 10 |
1912 | 21 |
1913 | 29 |
1914 | 37 |
1915 | 48 |
1916 | 55 |
1917 | 59 |
1918 | 54 |
1919 | 51 |
1920 | 43 |
1921 | 43 |
1922 | 33 |
1923 | 19 |
1924 | 36 |
1925 | 43 |
1926 | 43 |
1927 | 31 |
1928 | 33 |
1929 | 26 |
1930 | 38 |
1931 | 29 |
1932 | 24 |
1933 | 32 |
1934 | 28 |
1935 | 31 |
1936 | 23 |
1937 | 26 |
1938 | 27 |
1939 | 23 |
1940 | 25 |
1941 | 22 |
1942 | 24 |
1943 | 18 |
1944 | 21 |
1945 | 15 |
1946 | 17 |
1947 | 19 |
1948 | 24 |
1949 | 17 |
1950 | 20 |
1951 | 14 |
1952 | 25 |
1953 | 24 |
1954 | 20 |
1955 | 20 |
1956 | 21 |
1957 | 19 |
1958 | 21 |
1959 | 24 |
1960 | 13 |
1961 | 21 |
1962 | 23 |
1963 | 17 |
1964 | 23 |
1965 | 21 |
1966 | 19 |
1967 | 21 |
1968 | 11 |
1969 | 13 |
1970 | 22 |
1971 | 20 |
1972 | 14 |
1973 | 19 |
1974 | 13 |
1975 | 13 |
1976 | 14 |
1977 | 10 |
1978 | 17 |
1979 | 7 |
1980 | 11 |
1981 | 18 |
1982 | 21 |
1983 | 13 |
1984 | 12 |
1985 | 22 |
1986 | 18 |
1987 | 14 |
1988 | 15 |
1989 | 18 |
1990 | 13 |
1991 | 10 |
1992 | 10 |
1993 | 10 |
1994 | 10 |
1995 | 6 |
1996 | 10 |
1997 | 11 |
1998 | 8 |
1999 | 10 |
2000 | 9 |
2001 | 8 |
2002 | 7 |
2004 | 10 |
2005 | 5 |
2006 | 7 |
2008 | 8 |
2009 | 5 |
2011 | 6 |
2013 | 7 |
2015 | 6 |
2016 | 6 |
2018 | 5 |
2021 | 5 |