Vera Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Vera originates from Latin, meaning 'truth' or 'genuine.' It has evolved from the Latin word 'verus' and has historical forms that reflect its roots in truth and authenticity. Vera is perceived as a classic name, associated with sincerity, and has biblical relevance of 'N/A.' Its popularity increased in the late 19th century and continues to be favored today.
The name Vera is most popular in Mississippi, 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, Vera has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Vera' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2412th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2434th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5151st out of 7552 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 73rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 141st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 265th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 598th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1360th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1098th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 277th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Vera' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Vera"
Pronunciation
/ˈvɛrə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Vera is derived from the Latin word 'verus,' meaning 'true' or 'genuine.'
Meaning
truth, genuine
Language Evolution
Vera (modern usage), Verus (Latin), Veritas (Latin, meaning 'truth')
Historical Usage
Vera gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, especially in Eastern Europe, and has remained a well-loved name in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Veronika, Verity, Verae
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Vera is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with qualities of sincerity and authenticity.
Famous People
Vera Wang (fashion designer), Vera Lynn (singer and entertainer), Vera Farmiga (actress)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Vera"
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 "Vera"
"Vera" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2412th of 7545 | 184 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2434th of 6773 | 178 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5151st of 7552 | 30 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 73rd of 9107 | 64,873 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 141st of 9204 | 30,915 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 265th of 12526 | 19,566 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 598th of 19264 | 4,613 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1360th of 27321 | 1,787 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1098th of 35406 | 3,463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 277th of 30306 | 13,987 |
Regional Popularity of "Vera" 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 "Vera" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
4.66% 66th/1416 |
7.32% 101st/1379 |
2.92% 69th/2366 |
5.60% 64th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
8.60% 133rd/1546 |
10.93% 170th/1556 |
4.84% 114th/2353 |
9.70% 150th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
14.23% 317th/2227 |
13.42% 326th/2430 |
6.98% 199th/2853 |
11.86% 329th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
21.62% 635th/2937 |
18.03% 628th/3483 |
14.44% 508th/3518 |
16.79% 679th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
36.04% 1328th/3685 |
28.60% 1280th/4475 |
31.09% 1615th/5194 |
22.38% 1414th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
19.84% 909th/4582 |
16.11% 832nd/5164 |
17.93% 1311th/7313 |
15.29% 1141st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
5.17% 206th/3984 |
4.70% 211th/4487 |
5.16% 352nd/6822 |
5.08% 319th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Vera"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Vera" 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.