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Earnest

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“Serious”

Variant of Ernest influenced by the English word earnest.

Saintly namesake: Saint Ernest was a 12th-century German abbot and martyr, remembered for his leadership and steadfastness in faith. (November 7 · 12th century)

English2 syllables · /ˈɝː.nɪst/

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