How popular is the name Ernst in 2025?

Ernst is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Ernst most popular?

Ernst peaked in 1885, reaching #411 among US boy names.

Ernst will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Ernst entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #411 in 1885, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#411

peak (1885)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 900 people named Ernst are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Ernst alive today was born around 1935, making them about 90 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Ernst in 2025?: Ernst is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Ernst most popular?: Ernst peaked in 1885, reaching #411 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Ernst with classmates?: Ernst will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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