Ernest vs Arden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ernest

Boy #1,085 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"serious, determined, vigorous"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #946 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"great forest, eagle valley"

Origin: Celtic/Old English

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Ernest Rank #1,085

Arden Rank #946

Arden is more popular, ranked #946 vs #1085 for Ernest.

Is Ernest or Arden more popular?

Arden is more popular, ranked #946 compared to Ernest at #1085 in the United States.

What do Ernest and Arden mean?

Ernest means "serious, determined, vigorous" (Old High German origin). Arden means "great forest, eagle valley" (Celtic/Old English origin).

Are Ernest and Arden boy or girl names?

Ernest is primarily a boy name. Arden is primarily a boy name.