Verla Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Verla originates from Latin, meaning true or genuine, and is associated with spring. Its historical path includes adaptations from Latin and Old French. The name is perceived as unique and vintage, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Verla 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Verla 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, 'Verla' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 576th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 609th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1522nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6381st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 21402nd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Verla' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Verla"
Pronunciation
/ˈvɜːr.lə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Verla is believed to derive from the Latin word 'verus,' meaning 'true' or 'genuine.' It may also be linked to the word 'vernal,' which relates to spring, symbolizing new beginnings.
Meaning
true, genuine, spring
Language Evolution
Verla (Modern English), Verus (Latin), Vernal (Old French and Latin origins)
Historical Usage
Verla gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States, often used as a feminine given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Verlaine, Verl, Vera
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Verla is considered a unique and vintage name, often associated with qualities of authenticity and freshness.
Famous People
Verlaine (Paul Verlaine, a famous French poet, although not directly related to the name itself), Verlaine (a character in various literary works)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Verla"
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 "Verla"
"Verla" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 576th of 9107 | 2,715 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 609th of 9204 | 2,345 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1522nd of 12526 | 887 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6381st of 19264 | 115 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 21402nd of 27321 | 14 |
Regional Popularity of "Verla" 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 "Verla" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
26.98% 382nd/1416 |
82.09% 1132nd/1379 |
27.98% 662nd/2366 |
29.33% 335th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
27.62% 427th/1546 |
87.85% 1367th/1556 |
34.85% 820th/2353 |
31.22% 483rd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
59.05% 1315th/2227 |
- |
81.53% 2326th/2853 |
61.12% 1696th/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 "Verla"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Verla" 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.