Vera Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationVEH-rah / ˈvɛrəLatin; Slavic
Meaning
Latin: truth; Slavic: faith
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Vera has roots in Latin, where it means 'truth.' In Slavic cultures, it is associated with faith and is often used as a feminine name. Despite its common usage for girls, it has been adopted as a boy's name in some contexts. The name has been popular in various countries, reflecting different cultural significances.
Trend Summary
The name Vera has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often associated with vintage trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ver
- Vero
International Variants
- Vera (Spanish)
- Vera (Italian)
- Vera (Russian)
Famous people named Vera
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Vera was first seen in the United States in 1897. Vera has ranked as high as #873 nationally, which occurred in 1928, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Vera has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Vera
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1897 | 6 |
| 1906 | 8 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1908 | 7 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 9 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 15 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 11 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 8 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 10 |
| 1924 | 15 |
| 1925 | 12 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 15 |
| 1928 | 21 |
| 1929 | 16 |
| 1930 | 13 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 13 |
| 1933 | 14 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1935 | 16 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1937 | 18 |
| 1939 | 13 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 10 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1963 | 5 |