What does the name Ernestine mean?

The name Ernestine means "Serious".

What is the origin of the name Ernestine?

Ernestine is a name of Germanic origin.

Yes, Ernestine is traditionally used as a girl's name.

Girl's name

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All-Time Total: 41,793

Peak Year: 1928

Ernestine is derived from the name Ernest, which comes from the Germanic word "eornost" meaning "serious" or "resolute."

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Names with similar meaning to Ernestine

Earnest Earnestine Erna Ernest Ernestina Ernesto Ernie

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