Earnest Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Earnest Name at a Glance

Name	Earnest
Meaning	Serious; determined.
Origin	German
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Earnest Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Earnest means “Serious; determined”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Earnest Name Origin

Our database records Earnest under German origin. Browse more German baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Earnest a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Earnest is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Earnest

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