Ernst
BoyGerman
Ernst is a boy name of German origin meaning "Resolute, determined".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
German
Religion
Christian
Popularity
2 / 100
Syllables
1
Length
5 letters
Meaning
Resolute, determined
Etymology
Derived from Old High German 'ernest', meaning seriousness or determination; related to Proto-Germanic 'erniztiz' and Proto-Indo-European 'ner-'
Famous People Named Ernst
- Ernst Haeckel — German zoologist (1834-1919)
- Ernst Ludwig Kirchner — German painter, sculptor, engraver and printmaker (1880–1938)
- Ernst Thälmann — German communist politician, leader of Communist Party of Germany (1886–1944)
- Ernst Mayr — German-American evolutionary biologist (1904-2005)
- Ernst Barlach — German expressionist sculptor, printmaker and writer (1870–1938)
Frequently Asked Questions About Ernst
What does the name Ernst mean?
Ernst means "Resolute, determined", and is of German origin.
What is the origin of the name Ernst?
Ernst originates from German, commonly used in Europe.
Is Ernst a boy or girl name?
Ernst is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Ernst associated with?
Ernst is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Ernst?
Yes — notable people named Ernst include Ernst Haeckel (German zoologist, 1834-1919), Ernst Ludwig Kirchner (German painter, 1880–1938), Ernst Thälmann (German communist politician, 1886–1944), Ernst Mayr (German-American evolutionary biologist, 1904-2005) and Ernst Barlach (German expressionist sculptor, 1870–1938).
Last updated: June 2026