Verona Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Verona originates from Latin, meaning 'green' or 'fertile.' It has evolved through various historical forms and is closely linked to the Italian city of Verona, which enhances its romantic connotations. The name is not mentioned in biblical texts, and it gained popularity through its cultural significance and associations with literature. Verona is often viewed as an elegant and romantic name in modern contexts, with variants such as Veronique.
The name Verona is most popular in Wisconsin, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest 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, Verona 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, 'Verona' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 706th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1030th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2090th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4516th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14676th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8741st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5385th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Verona' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Verona"
Pronunciation
/vəˈroʊ.nə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Verona is derived from the Latin word 'Verona,' which is believed to be connected to the ancient Celtic word 'ver,' meaning 'to be green' or 'to be fertile.'
Meaning
green, fertile
Language Evolution
Verona (Latin), Veronensis (Latin), Verona (Italian)
Historical Usage
Verona gained popularity as a name due to its association with the Italian city of Verona, which is famous for its historical significance and romantic associations, particularly in connection with Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet.'
Variants & Derivatives
Veronique, Veronaia
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Verona is perceived as a romantic and elegant name, often associated with beauty and history, reflecting its Italian heritage.
Famous People
Verona Pooth (German television presenter), Verona van de Leur (Dutch gymnast)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Verona"
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 "Verona"
"Verona" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 706th of 9107 | 1,888 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1030th of 9204 | 928 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2090th of 12526 | 525 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4516th of 19264 | 201 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14676th of 27321 | 42 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8741st of 35406 | 194 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5385th of 30306 | 288 |
Regional Popularity of "Verona" 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 "Verona" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
32.34% 458th/1416 |
63.74% 879th/1379 |
56.21% 1330th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
49.61% 767th/1546 |
95.76% 1490th/1556 |
76.97% 1811th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
- |
95.37% 2721st/2853 |
92.22% 2559th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
92.47% 6901st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Verona"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Verona" 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.