Verdie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Verdie originated from the American adaptation of the name Verde, meaning 'green.' It evolved from Verde to Verdie and is often associated with nature. The name does not have biblical relevance. It saw popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a feminine name and is now perceived as vintage and connected to nature.
The name Verdie is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Verdie has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Verdie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3063rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3728th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5793rd out of 7552 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 835th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1279th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3276th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13555th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Verdie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Verdie"
Pronunciation
/ˈvɜrdi/
Origin
American
Etymology
Verdie is derived from the name Verde, which means 'green' in Spanish and Italian, often associated with nature and freshness.
Meaning
green
Language Evolution
Verde, Verdie
Historical Usage
The name Verdie gained popularity in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often used as a feminine given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Verde, Verdy, Verda
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Verdie is viewed as a vintage name that carries a sense of nostalgia and connection to nature.
Famous People
Verdie Smith, an American politician, Verdie O. Wright, an American football player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Verdie"
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 "Verdie"
"Verdie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3063rd of 7545 | 117 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3728th of 6773 | 70 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5793rd of 7552 | 19 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 835th of 9107 | 1,331 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1279th of 9204 | 641 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3276th of 12526 | 249 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13555th of 19264 | 19 |
Regional Popularity of "Verdie" 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 "Verdie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
27.05% 640th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
39.44% 928th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
81.53% 2326th/2853 |
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| 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 "Verdie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Verdie" 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.