Vernel
girl nameVernel entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #3284 in 1927, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#3284
peak (1927)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4179 |
| 1920s | #4029 |
| 1930s | #4368 |
| 1940s | #4496 |
| 1950s | #5411 |
| 1960s | #6578 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Vernel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Vernel alive today was born around 1932, making them about 93 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Vernel in 2025?
- Vernel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Vernel most popular?
- Vernel peaked in 1927, reaching #3284 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Vernel with classmates?
- Vernel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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