Ernestine
boy nameErnestine entered the US charts in 1922, peaked at #2062 in 1936, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1922–2025
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rank today
#2062
peak (1936)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3625 |
| 1930s | #2747 |
| 1940s | #3151 |
| 1950s | #3704 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Ernestine are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Ernestine alive today was born around 1932, making them about 93 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ernestine in 2025?
- Ernestine is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Ernestine most popular?
- Ernestine peaked in 1936, reaching #2062 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ernestine with classmates?
- Ernestine will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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