Verda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Verda originates from the Latin word 'viridis', meaning green, and has evolved through language to represent freshness and nature. It gained popularity in the early 20th century, reflecting a trend towards nature-inspired names. The name carries a positive image and is associated with growth and renewal, with no significant biblical relevance.
The name Verda is most popular in Idaho, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Verda has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Verda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7050th out of 7545 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 424th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 681st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1675th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5288th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 19434th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Verda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Verda"
Pronunciation
/ˈvɜːrdə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Verda is derived from the Latin word 'viridis', meaning green. It is associated with freshness and nature, representing growth and renewal.
Meaning
green, fresh
Language Evolution
Viridis (Latin), Verda (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Verda gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States, reflecting a trend for nature-inspired names.
Variants & Derivatives
Verda (main form), Verdie (diminutive)
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Verda is seen as a unique and vintage name with a strong association to nature, appealing to those who favor earthy and botanical themes.
Famous People
Verda Foster (American artist), Verda Smith (American politician)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Verda"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Verda"
"Verda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7050th of 7545 | 7 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 424th of 9107 | 4,394 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 681st of 9204 | 1,981 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1675th of 12526 | 750 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5288th of 19264 | 157 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 19434th of 27321 | 19 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Verda" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Verda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
24.51% 347th/1416 |
43.65% 602nd/1379 |
20.03% 474th/2366 |
26.80% 306th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
39.46% 610th/1546 |
55.98% 871st/1556 |
28.90% 680th/2353 |
51.33% 794th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
95.69% 2131st/2227 |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
56.50% 1612th/2853 |
69.33% 1924th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Verda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Verda" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.