Ernie
boy name#5208 in 2025Ernie entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #304 in 1945, ranks #5208 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#5208
rank today
#304
peak (1945)
18
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #759 |
| 1890s | #743 |
| 1900s | #711 |
| 1910s | #780 |
| 1920s | #672 |
| 1930s | #502 |
| 1940s | #385 |
| 1950s | #400 |
| 1960s | #455 |
| 1970s | #674 |
| 1980s | #918 |
| 1990s | #1448 |
| 2000s | #2501 |
| 2010s | #4175 |
| 2020s | #4992 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ernie has been most popular in CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 10,500 people named Ernie are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ernie alive today was born around 1958, making them about 67 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ernie in 2025?
- Ernie ranks #5208 among US boy names in 2025, with 18 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ernie most popular?
- Ernie peaked in 1945, reaching #304 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ernie with classmates?
- Ernie will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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