Holding steady, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Verina since 1913
Babies named Verina per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1968, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Verina's real moment was 1914.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 22 |
| 1920s | 34 |
| 1930s | 15 |
| 1940s | 10 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 13 |
| 1970s | 21 |
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 31 |
| 2010s | 21 |
| 2020s | 20 |
Meaning & origin
Verina is a rare name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1913, with its peak usage the following year in 1914. It has since remained stable in its low frequency, never becoming common. The name's uncertain etymology adds an air of mystery, with possible roots in Latin or Greek. Its rarity and melodic sound make it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon name.
Verina is of uncertain origin, though it may derive from the Latin word 'verus' (true). Some scholars also suggest it is a variant of Nerina, a name with Greek roots meaning 'sea nymph.' It was recorded in the United States as early as 1913, with its peak usage occurring the following year.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Vera, Rina, Nina
Sibling names for Verina
Names that share Verina's style, for a brother or sister.
