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Laverne

♂ Boy

Pronounced luh-VURN /ləˈvɜrn/High

Meaning: From the French/Latin — variously 'of the alder grove' (verne, 'alder') and 'spring-like' (Latin vernus); also linked to Laverna, a Roman goddess; used for both sexes; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Of the alder grove; spring-like: Laverne is French. Crisp, retro, and warm. Used for both sexes.
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Origin LowFrench, Latin
MeaningFrom the French/Latin — variously 'of the alder grove' (verne, 'alder') and 'spring-like' (Latin vernus); also linked to Laverna, a Roman goddess; used for both sexes; routes layered
U.S. rank (2024)#8671 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births9 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1928
Total births (all-time)≈ 13,245

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 192818852024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Laverne comes from the French/Latin — variously 'of the alder grove' (verne, 'alder') and 'spring-like' (Latin vernus); also linked to Laverna, a Roman goddess (routes layered, which we note). Used for both sexes, here for a boy (slug distinguished; said 'luh-VURN').

In the U.S. it peaked early-century and is now retro. Of-the-alder-grove at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Laverne is variously 'of the alder grove' (verne, 'alder') and 'spring-like' (Latin vernus) — a crisp, retro name, used for both sexes (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'luh-VURN').
Overall data confidence 32%
References — Laverne — unisex; routes layered

Variations

LaVerneLavernLaverna

Nicknames

Vern

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Laverne mean?

Laverne is French/Latin, variously 'of the alder grove' and 'spring-like'; used for both sexes. The routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Laverne?

It's said luh-VURN /ləˈvɜrn/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Laverne a boy or girl name?

Laverne is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Laverne?

Laverne is a rare name today, retro.

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