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Verita

veh-REE-tah · Means 'truth' in Latin, though it is uncertain if the name directly derives from the Latin word or was coined as a feminine form of Veritus or a variant of Vera.

Peak popularity
1963
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Verita since 1930

Babies named Verita per year in U.S. Social Security records.

491319602000Most births 1963Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1930s5
1940s19
1950s46
1960s71
1970s24
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Verita is a rare feminine name that has never appeared on the U.S. popularity charts. It was first recorded in 1930, though its peak year came in 1963, when it saw slightly more usage. The name derives from the Latin word for 'truth,' aligning it with the virtuous meaning of the more common English name Verity. Despite its rarity, Verita has maintained a stable presence over the decades, with no significant spikes or declines. It has no strong association with any particular U.S. state, nor any famous bearers, making it a pristine choice for parents seeking an unusual name with a clear, positive meaning.

Verita appears to be a feminine name derived from the Latin word 'veritas' meaning 'truth.' It may have been coined as a modern invention, possibly influenced by names like Vera (meaning 'faith') or as a feminine form of Veritus. The name has seen sporadic use in English-speaking countries, particularly in the 20th century.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Vera, Rita, Vivi

Variants: Veritas, Verity

Sibling names for Verita

Names that share Verita's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Vera, Clara, Lucia, Fiona, Amara

Brothers: August, Felix, Leo, Miles, Simon

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Verita mean?
Verita is widely understood to mean 'truth,' derived from the Latin word 'veritas.'
How popular is the name Verita?
Verita has never ranked in the top 1000 names in the United States. Its peak usage year was 1963, but it remains very rare.
Is Verita a boy or a girl name?
Verita is almost exclusively used as a feminine name.