Ernest vs Dimitri

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ernest

Boy #1,085 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"serious, determined, vigorous"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #997 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"follower of Demeter, devoted to earth mother"

Origin: Greek

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Ernest Rank #1,085

Dimitri Rank #997

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

Is Ernest or Dimitri more popular?

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

What do Ernest and Dimitri mean?

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

Are Ernest and Dimitri boy or girl names?

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