Ernie

Male

What does Ernie mean?

A diminutive of Ernest, meaning "serious" or "resolute."

What's the origin of Ernie?

English

How is Ernie pronounced?

ɜːrnɪ

What does it say about you to have a cat named Ernie?

It suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy lightheartedness. It also suggests that you are a fan of the classic children's show Sesame Street, as Ernie is a beloved character from the show.

Is Ernie a good cat name?

Ernie has two syllables, which most vets and trainers tend to recommend. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for your kitty to recognize. Ernie isn't one of the most common cat names, so your kitty will make waves! If you love the name, you should pick it!

Ernie is found in these categories:

cute cat names
cute

Sesame Street's lovable character lends a playful charm to feline monikers.

sporty cat names
sporty

Named after famed golfer, Ernest "Ernie" Els, known for athletic prowess.

Popularity

Based on likes, Ernie ranks #498 with users of MeowNames.com.

Naming your cat Ernie isn't unheard of, but our data suggests that it's a pretty niche choice.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Ernie was, over the past 30 days, the 826th ranked cat name for views on MeowNames.com.

As of November 2024, Ernie is a name that's increasing in popularity with new kitten owners. According to our stats, it's more fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a bit of variance in rank for this name. That might suggest its popularity is based on seasonal factors or perhaps pop culture events.

In the past week, Ernie was viewed 14 times, and liked 0 times.

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