Erna
boy nameErna entered the US charts in 1909, peaked at #1440 in 1909, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1909–2025
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rank today
#1440
peak (1909)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1440 |
| 1920s | #3869 |
Living bearers
The typical Erna alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Erna in 2025?
- Erna is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Erna most popular?
- Erna peaked in 1909, reaching #1440 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Erna with classmates?
- Erna will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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