Vernie
Vernie: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Vernie
- A diminutive of the male given name Vernon.
- A diminutive of the female given names Laverne, Verna, and Veronica.
Etymology
Diminutives + -ie.
How popular is Vernie?
Since 1880, 3,959 girls and 2,760 boys in the U.S. have been named Vernie (59% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #424 in 1897. Its highest rank for boys was #448 in 1898. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Sibling name ideas for Vernie
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Vernie FAQ
What does the name Vernie mean?
A diminutive of the male given name Vernon. A diminutive of the female given names Laverne, Verna, and Veronica. Diminutives + -ie.
How popular is the name Vernie?
Since 1880, 3,959 girls and 2,760 boys in the U.S. have been named Vernie (59% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #424 in 1897. Its highest rank for boys was #448 in 1898. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Vernie a boy or girl name?
Vernie is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (3,959 girls and 2,760 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.