Holding steady.
Popularity of Verneda since 1907
Babies named Verneda per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1923, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Verneda's real moment was 1907.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 16 |
| 1910s | 99 |
| 1920s | 175 |
| 1930s | 120 |
| 1940s | 86 |
| 1950s | 73 |
| 1960s | 45 |
| 1970s | 17 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Verneda is a rare, early 20th-century American name that first appeared in 1907, the same year it reached its peak popularity. The name has never been common, and it has maintained a stable but very low level of usage since then. While its etymology is uncertain, it likely originated as a feminine extension of Vern, a diminutive of Vernon, or was influenced by other names like Bernice. Despite its obscurity, Verneda offers a distinct vintage charm for those seeking an uncommon name from the early 1900s.
Verneda first appeared in the early 20th century, likely as a creative feminine elaboration of the name Vern, itself a short form of Vernon (a place name) or Verne (from a surname). It may also have been influenced by names like Bernice or Verda. The name has never been widely used and remains rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Vern, Neda
Sibling names for Verneda
Names that share Verneda's style, for a brother or sister.
