Ernest vs Slade

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ernest

Boy #1,085 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"serious, determined, vigorous"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #1,054 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"valley, dell"

Origin: Old English

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Ernest Rank #1,085

Slade Rank #1,054

Slade is more popular, ranked #1054 vs #1085 for Ernest.

Is Ernest or Slade more popular?

Slade is more popular, ranked #1054 compared to Ernest at #1085 in the United States.

What do Ernest and Slade mean?

Ernest means "serious, determined, vigorous" (Old High German origin). Slade means "valley, dell" (Old English origin).

Are Ernest and Slade boy or girl names?

Ernest is primarily a boy name. Slade is primarily a boy name.