Masculine dossier · first seen 1880
Ernie
Endangered
Down 96% from peak
Peak era
1959
Peak births
450
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Boomer
1880Peak 19592025
Quick answers about Ernie
How many people are named Ernie?
An estimated 10,610 living Americans are named Ernie.
How rare is Ernie?
Ernie is very rare among babies today, with 18 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 96% from its 1959 peak.
How old is the typical Ernie?
The median age of a living American named Ernie is approximately 63 years, with most bearers falling between 48 and 71 years old.
Is Ernie still popular?
No. Ernie is endangered as a baby name, down 96% from its 1959 peak with 18 births in 2025.
Peak year
1959
Decline from peak
96%
2025
18
All-time
16,520