Verne Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationVURN / vɜrnFrench; German
Meaning
French: 'alder tree'; German: 'brave'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Verne is of French origin, often associated with the literary figure Jules Verne, a pioneer of science fiction. It has also been used in German-speaking regions, where it conveys a sense of bravery. The name has seen varying levels of popularity over the years, particularly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Trend Summary
The name Verne has experienced a decline in popularity in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
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International Variants
- Verne (French)
Famous people named Verne
Verne Gagne was an American professional wrestler and promoter, recognized for his contributions to the wrestling industry.
Fictional characters named Verne
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Verne was first seen in the United States in 1880. Verne has ranked as high as #702 nationally, which occurred in 1919, and has been most popular in Illinois, California, Iowa, Michigan, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Verne has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Verne (1978)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 11 |
| 1881 | 15 |
| 1882 | 5 |
| 1883 | 6 |
| 1884 | 8 |
| 1885 | 15 |
| 1886 | 18 |
| 1887 | 8 |
| 1888 | 11 |
| 1889 | 18 |
| 1890 | 25 |
| 1891 | 13 |
| 1892 | 20 |
| 1893 | 33 |
| 1894 | 15 |
| 1895 | 20 |
| 1896 | 25 |
| 1897 | 29 |
| 1898 | 20 |
| 1899 | 13 |
| 1900 | 19 |
| 1901 | 25 |
| 1902 | 20 |
| 1903 | 20 |
| 1904 | 23 |
| 1905 | 18 |
| 1906 | 28 |
| 1907 | 28 |
| 1908 | 16 |
| 1909 | 23 |
| 1910 | 19 |
| 1911 | 13 |
| 1912 | 42 |
| 1913 | 84 |
| 1914 | 101 |
| 1915 | 124 |
| 1916 | 144 |
| 1917 | 154 |
| 1918 | 148 |
| 1919 | 167 |
| 1920 | 132 |
| 1921 | 162 |
| 1922 | 158 |
| 1923 | 155 |
| 1924 | 144 |
| 1925 | 141 |
| 1926 | 145 |
| 1927 | 123 |
| 1928 | 134 |
| 1929 | 117 |
| 1930 | 120 |
| 1931 | 101 |
| 1932 | 117 |
| 1933 | 95 |
| 1934 | 88 |
| 1935 | 95 |
| 1936 | 83 |
| 1937 | 73 |
| 1938 | 85 |
| 1939 | 82 |
| 1940 | 63 |
| 1941 | 87 |
| 1942 | 87 |
| 1943 | 74 |
| 1944 | 79 |
| 1945 | 63 |
| 1946 | 81 |
| 1947 | 76 |
| 1948 | 78 |
| 1949 | 66 |
| 1950 | 69 |
| 1951 | 79 |
| 1952 | 74 |
| 1953 | 83 |
| 1954 | 87 |
| 1955 | 76 |
| 1956 | 51 |
| 1957 | 60 |
| 1958 | 49 |
| 1959 | 42 |
| 1960 | 41 |
| 1961 | 46 |
| 1962 | 29 |
| 1963 | 50 |
| 1964 | 25 |
| 1965 | 26 |
| 1966 | 33 |
| 1967 | 24 |
| 1968 | 26 |
| 1969 | 24 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 19 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1973 | 15 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 16 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 |