Holding steady.
Popularity of Vernia since 1885
Babies named Vernia per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1917, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Vernia's real moment was 1904.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 17 |
| 1890s | 48 |
| 1900s | 63 |
| 1910s | 225 |
| 1920s | 289 |
| 1930s | 220 |
| 1940s | 189 |
| 1950s | 151 |
| 1960s | 71 |
| 1970s | 15 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Vernia is a distinctive, largely forgotten feminine name that appeared in U.S. birth records as early as 1885. It reached its peak usage in 1904, when it was given to a small number of baby girls. Since that time, its trajectory has remained stable at an extremely low frequency, with no discernible revival. The name is a likely feminization of the surname Vernon, evoking the imagery of alder groves. While it never achieved broad popularity, Vernia offers a vintage charm for those seeking a truly uncommon name from the early 20th century.
Vernia is a rare feminine given name, likely derived from the English surname and place name Vernon, which comes from the Old French 'vernon' meaning 'alder grove.' It emerged in the late 19th century and saw modest use in the United States, peaking in 1904. Its usage has been very limited since the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Vern, Nia
Sibling names for Vernia
Names that share Vernia's style, for a brother or sister.
