A 1900s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Verona since 1880
Babies named Verona per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1920, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Verona's real moment was 1906.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 47 |
| 1890s | 154 |
| 1900s | 343 |
| 1910s | 822 |
| 1920s | 893 |
| 1930s | 534 |
| 1940s | 393 |
| 1950s | 275 |
| 1960s | 187 |
| 1970s | 117 |
| 1980s | 42 |
| 1990s | 7 |
| 2000s | 99 |
| 2010s | 287 |
| 2020s | 114 |
Meaning & origin
Verona is a rare but enduring place name that has gently persisted for over a century. First recorded in 1880, it reached its peak popularity in 1906, then faded from common use. However, its trajectory has been rising since 1996, suggesting a quiet revival among parents seeking romantic Italian-inspired names. Though it never ranked among the top 1,000 in any year, Verona has a steady 1-in-64,291 occurrence in 2025, reflecting its niche but enduring appeal. Notably, its use has not been concentrated in any particular state, indicating a scattered but consistent national presence. The name offers a subtle alternative to more common place names like Vienna or Savannah.
Verona is a place name taken from the city in northern Italy. The city's name itself is of ancient origin, possibly Etruscan or Celtic, but later associated with Latin 'verus' (true). As a given name, Verona emerged in the 19th century, likely inspired by the romantic appeal of the Italian city, similar to other place names like Florence or Geneva.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rona, Vera, Ronnie
Sibling names for Verona
Names that share Verona's style, for a brother or sister.
