Ernest vs Mael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ernest

Boy #1,085 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"serious, determined, vigorous"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #1,060 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"prince, chief"

Origin: Breton Celtic

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Ernest Rank #1,085

Mael Rank #1,060

Mael is more popular, ranked #1060 vs #1085 for Ernest.

Is Ernest or Mael more popular?

Mael is more popular, ranked #1060 compared to Ernest at #1085 in the United States.

What do Ernest and Mael mean?

Ernest means "serious, determined, vigorous" (Old High German origin). Mael means "prince, chief" (Breton Celtic origin).

Are Ernest and Mael boy or girl names?

Ernest is primarily a boy name. Mael is primarily a boy name.