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Ernie Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History
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Overview
The meaning of the name "ernie" is "serious, earnest", and is used often for "given name".
Ernie Name Details
Ernie is a diminutive of the name Ernest, which is derived from the Germanic name Ernust meaning 'serious' or 'earnest.' It became popular as an independent given name in the 19th century. Ernie is often used as a nickname for Ernest, but can also be used as a standalone name.