Earnest
BoyEarnest is a boy's name of English (from German) origin meaning "Variant of Ernest, meaning serious, resolute, or determined.". It is pronounced UR-nist. Today it is a popular name (popularity 94/100) and fading.
English (from German) origin · /UR-nist/ · vintage
Meaning: Variant of Ernest, meaning serious, resolute, or determined.
Insights
Most popular in the 1920s.
Today, Earnest is one of the most common baby names (popularity 94/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
Frequently asked questions about Earnest
What does Earnest mean?
Earnest means "Variant of Ernest, meaning serious, resolute, or determined.". It is of English (from German) origin.
Is Earnest a boy or girl name?
Earnest is traditionally a boy's name.
How popular is Earnest?
Earnest is one of the most common baby names, with a popularity score of 94/100. It was most popular in the 1920s.
How is Earnest pronounced?
Earnest is pronounced UR-nist.
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