Boys name · Massachusetts
Ernest in Massachusetts
Ernest was the 794th most popular boys name in Massachusetts in 2024, with 5 babies named Ernest that year. Since 1910, Massachusetts families have named 9,420 babies Ernest.
Popularity over time
Ernest in Massachusetts, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 35 | 33rd |
| 1923 | 266 | 27th |
| 1937 | 131 | 40th |
| 1950 | 114 | 64th |
| 1964 | 74 | 83rd |
| 1977 | 21 | 162nd |
| 1991 | 10 | 350th |
| 2024 | 5 | 794th |
Its rank among boys names in Massachusetts fell from 33rd in 1910 to 794th in 2024.
The most babies named Ernest in Massachusetts in a single year was 271, in 1920. Its best showing was 24th among boys names in 1911.
Across the country, Ernest reached its best rank of 9th in Hawaii (1910). See Ernest in every state →
How popular is Ernest in Massachusetts?
Ernest was the 794th most popular boys name in Massachusetts in 2024, with 5 babies named Ernest that year. Since 1910, Massachusetts families have named 9,420 babies Ernest.
How many babies are named Ernest in Massachusetts?
In 2024, 5 babies were named Ernest in Massachusetts. The most babies named Ernest in Massachusetts in a single year was 271, in 1920.
What is the rank of Ernest in Massachusetts?
Ernest ranked 794th among boys names in Massachusetts in 2024. Its best showing was 24th among boys names in 1911.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.