Ernan
boy nameErnan entered the US charts in 1979, peaked at #2838 in 1996, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1979–2025
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rank today
#2838
peak (1996)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #6056 |
| 1980s | #6312 |
| 1990s | #4303 |
| 2000s | #7288 |
| 2010s | #10779 |
| 2020s | #10958 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Ernan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ernan alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ernan in 2025?
- Ernan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Ernan most popular?
- Ernan peaked in 1996, reaching #2838 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ernan with classmates?
- Ernan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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