Ernesto vs Marcellus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ernesto

Boy #897 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"earnest, serious, vigorous"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #951 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"little warrior, young Mars"

Origin: Latin

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Ernesto Rank #897

Marcellus Rank #951

Ernesto is more popular, ranked #897 vs #951 for Marcellus.

Is Ernesto or Marcellus more popular?

Ernesto is more popular, ranked #897 compared to Marcellus at #951 in the United States.

What do Ernesto and Marcellus mean?

Ernesto means "earnest, serious, vigorous" (Old High German origin). Marcellus means "little warrior, young Mars" (Latin origin).

Are Ernesto and Marcellus boy or girl names?

Ernesto is primarily a boy name. Marcellus is primarily a boy name.