Verna

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Pronounced VUR-nah /ˈvɜr.nɑ/Medium

Meaning: From Latin vernus, 'of spring, springlike' (a feminine of Vernon, 'alder grove'); 'springlike, fresh'Medium

In 30 seconds: Fresh as spring: Verna is Latin for 'springlike'. Soft, vintage, and warm.

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Origin MediumLatin

MeaningFrom Latin vernus, 'of spring, springlike' (a feminine of Vernon, 'alder grove'); 'springlike, fresh'

U.S. rank (2025)#3513 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births44 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1918

Total births (all-time)≈ 69,105

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Verna comes from Latin vernus, 'of spring, springlike' — also read as a feminine of Vernon, from French/Latin, 'alder grove' (routes layered, which we note). A soft, vintage, fresh name.

It registers thinly today. Rare now, springlike at the root, and fresh.

Did you know? Verna ties to Latin vernus, 'of spring, springlike' (and is a feminine of Vernon, 'alder grove') — a soft, vintage name evoking fresh, green springtime.

Overall data confidence 70%

Behind the Name — Verna — routes layered

Variations

VernitaVernice

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Verna mean?

Verna is Latin for 'springlike, of spring' (and a feminine of Vernon); the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Verna?

It's said VUR-nah /ˈvɜr.nɑ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Verna a boy or girl name?

Verna is a girl's name.

How popular is Verna?

Verna is a rare name in the U.S. today.