Ernest vs Teddy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ernest

Boy #1,085 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"serious, determined, vigorous"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #898 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gift of God"

Origin: Greek

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Ernest Rank #1,085

Teddy Rank #898

Teddy is more popular, ranked #898 vs #1085 for Ernest.

Is Ernest or Teddy more popular?

Teddy is more popular, ranked #898 compared to Ernest at #1085 in the United States.

What do Ernest and Teddy mean?

Ernest means "serious, determined, vigorous" (Old High German origin). Teddy means "gift of God" (Greek origin).

Are Ernest and Teddy boy or girl names?

Ernest is primarily a boy name. Teddy is primarily a boy name.