Ernest vs Genesis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ernest

Boy #1,085 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"serious, determined, vigorous"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #1,149 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"beginning, origin"

Origin: Hebrew via Greek

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Ernest Rank #1,085

Genesis Rank #1,149

Ernest is more popular, ranked #1085 vs #1149 for Genesis.

Is Ernest or Genesis more popular?

Ernest is more popular, ranked #1085 compared to Genesis at #1149 in the United States.

What do Ernest and Genesis mean?

Ernest means "serious, determined, vigorous" (Old High German origin). Genesis means "beginning, origin" (Hebrew via Greek origin).

Are Ernest and Genesis boy or girl names?

Ernest is primarily a boy name. Genesis is primarily a boy name.