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The baby name Ernesto is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced {'language': 'Spanish', 'ipa': '/erˈnesto/', 'respelling': 'ehr-NES-toh'},{'language': 'Italian', 'ipa': '/erˈnɛsto/', 'respelling': 'ehr-NES-to'},{'language': 'English', 'ipa': '/ərˈnɛstoʊ/', 'respelling': 'er-NES-toh'}.

Gender: Male
Syllables: 3.0
Pronunciation: {'language': 'Spanish', 'ipa': '/erˈnesto/', 'respelling': 'ehr-NES-toh'},{'language': 'Italian', 'ipa': '/erˈnɛsto/', 'respelling': 'ehr-NES-to'},{'language': 'English', 'ipa': '/ərˈnɛstoʊ/', 'respelling': 'er-NES-toh'}

What is the meaning of the name Ernesto ?

The baby name Ernesto is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced {'language': 'Spanish', 'ipa': '/erˈnesto/', 'respelling': 'ehr-NES-toh'},{'language': 'Italian', 'ipa': '/erˈnɛsto/', 'respelling': 'ehr-NES-to'},{'language': 'English', 'ipa': '/ərˈnɛstoʊ/', 'respelling': 'er-NES-toh'}.

Ernesto is in Origin.

Ernesto is the Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese form of Ernest, from Old High German ernust, meaning “serious,” “earnest,” or “resolute.” The name entered Romance-speaking Europe through Germanic influence and remained appealing for its association with steadfastness and moral gravity - the same root that gives the English word earnest. In Catholic contexts it also connects with medieval figures named Ernestus, reinforcing its traditional aura.

Usage spread across Iberia and Italy and became especially visible in Latin America during the 20th century. Notable bearers include revolutionary leader Ernesto “Che” Guevara, Argentine novelist Ernesto Sabato, Italian songwriter Ernesto De Curtis, and Mexican president Ernesto Zedillo. Variants and cognates include Ernest (English/French), Ernst (German/Scandinavian), Ernestas (Lithuanian), and the Sardinian Ernestu. Feminine forms are Ernesta, Ernestina, and Ernestine. Diminutives and nicknames include Ernie (English) and Neto (Spanish/Portuguese). Meaning-centered, Ernesto signals reliability and resolve.

Ernesto has the following similar or variant Names

Famous people with the name Ernesto

Ernesto Zedillo Politician · Born 1951 · Mexico Ernesto Zedillo served as the President of Mexico from 1994 to 2000, playing a crucial role in stabilizing the country's economy during a financial crisis. He is also known for implementing democratic reforms that helped shape modern Mexican politics. Ernesto Geisel Politician · Born 1907 · Brazil Ernesto Geisel was a Brazilian politician best known for serving as the President of Brazil from 1974 to 1979. He played a key role in the country's military government, overseeing a period of gradual political liberalization known as 'abertura'. Ernesto Cardenal Politician · Born 1925 · Nicaragua Ernesto Cardenal was a prominent Nicaraguan poet and politician, best known for his work as a liberation theologian and his poetry collection 'The Gospel in Solentiname'. He served as Nicaragua's Minister of Culture from 1979 to 1987. His writings often explored themes of social justice and spirituality.
Ernesto Alterio Actor · Born 1970 · Spain Ernesto Alterio is a Spanish actor best known for his role in the film 'The Other Side of the Bed'. Born in 1970, he has also appeared in 'Perfect Strangers' and 'The Method', showcasing his versatility across different genres. Ernesto Alonso Actor · Born 1917 · Mexico Ernesto Alonso, born in 1917 in Mexico, was a prominent actor and producer known for his significant contributions to Mexican television and film. He gained fame for his work on telenovelas like 'El Maleficio' and 'Cuna de Lobos'. His influence extended beyond acting as he played a vital role in shaping the Mexican entertainment industry.

Ernesto – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
SV 0 #11 1 283
SV Boys 0 #14 15 352
KR Girls 0 #15 1 572
HN Girls 0 #38 1 884
ID 0 #39 1 2,238
BI Boys 0 #43 2 917
PR 0 #44 12 1,497
HN Boys 0 #47 6 749
MO 0 #49 4 2,706
AO 0 #51 26 2,729
PA Boys 0 #57 2,257 9,305
AO Boys 0 #58 310 5,568
PA 0 #58 74 3,797
MX Boys 0 #62 19,942 16,355
LU 0 #66 1 2,830
JP 0 #75 3 4,057
AL 0 #76 1 2,372
MV Boys 0 #79 1 3,375
PR Boys 0 #84 114 2,508
RS 0 #84 1 923
PH 0 #85 12 5,607
EC 0 #87 29 2,502
BO Boys 0 #101 2,276 9,244
QA 0 #101 6 7,011
PE Boys 0 #103 5,857 14,506
MX 0 #107 549 8,339
AR Boys 0 #110 1,678 7,628
GE Boys 0 #110 1 2,055
CL Boys 0 #112 3,922 13,390
HU 0 #113 3 1,675
UY Boys 0 #114 1,209 5,922
OM 0 #119 3 6,215
PT Boys 0 #120 553 7,951
EC Boys 0 #121 170 3,322
KW 0 #121 1 5,216
CO Boys 0 #123 7,949 15,656
Spain Boys 0 #123 4,856 5,610
GT Boys 0 #123 966 7,625
BN Boys 0 #124 10 6,332
CR 0 #124 35 5,526
AZ Boys 0 #131 1 1,400
GR 0 #133 3 3,911
MU 0 #133 5 3,613
Switzerland Boys 2024 #135 3 1,769
CR Boys 0 #137 762 10,188
UY 0 #141 37 2,477
IT Boys 0 #142 16,650 10,046
PH Boys 0 #142 309 11,440
PE 0 #149 187 6,350
BW Boys 0 #150 5 4,685
LT Boys 0 #151 1 2,166
RS Boys 0 #153 2 2,277
AR 0 #159 28 2,915
BO 0 #160 277 6,868
PR Girls 0 #167 1 3,171
HU Boys 0 #168 7 3,954
GT 0 #169 158 5,948
MT Boys 0 #179 1 4,064
Sweden Boys 2019 #183 2 1,462
AE 0 #184 4 10,220
LU Boys 0 #196 23 4,970
NA Boys 0 #197 39 6,830
MO Boys 0 #198 26 5,842
DK 0 #206 1 5,198
PL 0 #212 1 2,600
AO Girls 0 #213 5 4,575
PT 0 #215 32 4,161
BG Boys 0 #217 4 3,850
MU Boys 0 #217 147 8,477
CL 0 #222 225 6,867
PS 0 #223 4 5,692
Spain 0 #230 269 2,326
BG Girls 0 #231 1 3,559
GH 0 #232 12 5,396
CO 0 #233 349 7,768
NA Girls 0 #236 2 7,146
HR Boys 0 #251 9 3,997
TW Boys 0 #253 4 7,111
GR Boys 0 #256 12 6,912
JP Boys 0 #263 35 7,909
SA 0 #266 30 10,560
NG 0 #272 1 5,926
AL Boys 0 #275 24 5,122
IL 0 #278 5 6,291
IT 0 #290 774 4,183
JM Boys 0 #290 4 6,876
GH Boys 0 #291 56 8,138
KZ Boys 0 #292 5 6,578
CZ Boys 0 #294 11 6,530
Canada Boys 2024 #300 7 2,588
CN Boys 0 #307 13 9,639
DK Boys 0 #314 12 7,401
BR 0 #324 22 5,969
PL Boys 0 #332 9 6,459
QA Girls 0 #343 1 15,378
MU Girls 0 #362 1 8,539
NL 0 #369 23 2,481
France Boys 2021 #374 14 2,865
JO Boys 0 #388 2 7,057
BR Boys 0 #395 458 12,213
YE 0 #397 2 8,639
Austria Boys 0 #408 35 2,180
OM Girls 0 #424 1 15,987
PH Girls 0 #426 4 13,098
Germany 0 #427 11 2,542
CM Boys 0 #459 92 12,054
SD Boys 0 #461 6 10,523
PA Girls 0 #462 20 9,861
RU Boys 0 #463 43 12,621
ZA 0 #467 8 14,421
PT Girls 0 #471 1 7,952
HK Boys 0 #504 24 12,905
BH 0 #522 32 17,937
LY 0 #522 14 12,703
RU Girls 0 #523 1 11,913
PS Boys 0 #529 20 10,655
UY Girls 0 #529 8 6,731
GT Girls 0 #535 7 7,500
IR Boys 0 #543 10 10,162
KW Girls 0 #557 5 19,177
CM Girls 0 #559 2 11,671
CR Girls 0 #570 4 11,342
IL Boys 0 #578 30 10,983
AR Girls 0 #585 15 8,289
BO Girls 0 #594 18 9,488
AE Girls 0 #597 1 20,968
QA Boys 0 #598 110 18,093
BD Boys 0 #605 1 10,045
United States Boys 2024 #634 262 7,044
SG Boys 0 #654 44 17,960
Finland Boys 2026 #657 26 3,552
LB 0 #686 5 13,263
IQ Boys 0 #691 7 13,071
ZA Boys 0 #703 545 25,619
KW Boys 0 #704 66 18,755
SY 0 #762 6 11,684
Germany Boys 0 #774 179 5,697
NL Boys 0 #785 167 5,873
TN 0 #808 22 13,765
CL Girls 0 #831 21 14,098
OM Boys 0 #840 42 17,948
SA Boys 0 #892 883 28,008
NG Boys 0 #903 49 16,906
PE Girls 0 #903 41 14,861
EG Boys 0 #917 9 15,035
SA Girls 0 #926 10 25,931
United States Girls 2006 #938 5 10,031
Spain Girls 0 #946 38 5,561
AE Boys 0 #970 123 22,615
BR Girls 0 #992 1 12,708
IN Boys 0 #1,036 4 16,750
CO Girls 0 #1,037 42 16,140
MX Girls 0 #1,055 129 17,781
MY Girls 0 #1,071 2 24,821
MY Boys 0 #1,082 30 25,439
MA 0 #1,094 35 20,986
ZA Girls 0 #1,106 36 25,928
DZ 0 #1,137 40 20,130
TR 0 #1,162 50 19,440
IT Girls 0 #1,354 93 9,415

Ernesto is popular in 88 countries — most recent births per country:

France
Switzerland
United States
Canada
Sweden

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People also ask about Ernesto

Ernesto is predominantly a boy's name.
Ernesto is a 3 syllable name, pronounced {'language': 'Spanish', 'ipa': '/erˈnesto/', 'respelling': 'ehr-NES-toh'},{'language': 'Italian', 'ipa': '/erˈnɛsto/', 'respelling': 'ehr-NES-to'},{'language': 'English', 'ipa': '/ərˈnɛstoʊ/', 'respelling': 'er-NES-toh'}.
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Ernest, Ernst, Ernests, Ernő, Ernestas and Ernesta.
Yes — Ernesto ranked #135 in Switzerland in 2024, and appears in official birth registries across 7 countries.
Ernesto ranks highest in Switzerland (#135 in 2024).
Ernesto's popularity is rising significantly. It moved from #404 in 2011 to #374 in 2021 in France.
Yes — 5 notable people named Ernesto are in our database, including Ernesto Zedillo (Politician), Ernesto Geisel (Politician), Ernesto Cardenal (Politician).