Verna Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationVER-nah / ˈvɜrnəLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: spring-like; English: green
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Verna is derived from the Latin word 'vernus', meaning 'spring'. It has been used in English-speaking countries since the 19th century. The name is often associated with renewal and growth, reflecting the characteristics of the spring season. It has been more commonly used for girls, but can also be considered for boys.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Verna was first seen in the United States in 1883. Verna has ranked as high as #875 nationally, which occurred in 1922, and has been most popular in Arkansas, and South Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Verna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Verna (1951)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1883 | 5 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1902 | 8 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1911 | 7 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 9 |
| 1915 | 14 |
| 1916 | 16 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 19 |
| 1920 | 15 |
| 1921 | 18 |
| 1922 | 21 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1925 | 15 |
| 1926 | 20 |
| 1927 | 17 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 14 |
| 1932 | 15 |
| 1933 | 12 |
| 1934 | 10 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 14 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1978 | 5 |