How popular is the name Verna in 2025?

Verna is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Verna most popular?

Verna peaked in 1902, reaching #862 among US boy names.

Verna will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Verna entered the US charts in 1883, peaked at #862 in 1902, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#862

peak (1902)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 100 people named Verna are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Verna alive today was born around 1928, making them about 97 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Verna in 2025?: Verna is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Verna most popular?: Verna peaked in 1902, reaching #862 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Verna with classmates?: Verna will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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