Dimitri vs Ernest

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dimitri

Boy #997 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"follower of Demeter, devoted to earth mother"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #1,085 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"serious, determined, vigorous"

Origin: Old High German

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Dimitri Rank #997

Ernest Rank #1,085

Dimitri is more popular, ranked #997 vs #1085 for Ernest.

Is Dimitri or Ernest more popular?

Dimitri is more popular, ranked #997 compared to Ernest at #1085 in the United States.

What do Dimitri and Ernest mean?

Dimitri means "follower of Demeter, devoted to earth mother" (Greek origin). Ernest means "serious, determined, vigorous" (Old High German origin).

Are Dimitri and Ernest boy or girl names?

Dimitri is primarily a boy name. Ernest is primarily a boy name.