Zephyr vs Ernest

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Zephyr

Boy #1,135 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"west wind"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #1,085 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"serious, determined, vigorous"

Origin: Old High German

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Zephyr Rank #1,135

Ernest Rank #1,085

Ernest is more popular, ranked #1085 vs #1135 for Zephyr.

Is Zephyr or Ernest more popular?

Ernest is more popular, ranked #1085 compared to Zephyr at #1135 in the United States.

What do Zephyr and Ernest mean?

Zephyr means "west wind" (Greek origin). Ernest means "serious, determined, vigorous" (Old High German origin).

Are Zephyr and Ernest boy or girl names?

Zephyr is primarily a boy name. Ernest is primarily a boy name.