Girl · 549th of 9,107
Vernice
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
8,079
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1923
Peak Popularity Year
245
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Vernice stands across generations
This name is not present in the Generation Alpha ranking.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Vernice is a name of Latin origin meaning 'spring-like.' It evolved from the Latin 'vernalis' through modern adaptation. The name carries connotations of renewal and freshness, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the early 20th century and is currently seen as unique and vintage.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/vɜrˈniːs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Vernice is derived from the Latin word 'vernalis,' which means 'spring-like' or 'of spring.' It is related to the word 'ver,' meaning 'spring.'
Meaning
spring-like
Language Evolution
Vernalis (Latin), Vernice (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Vernice gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries as a feminine given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Vernis, Verna
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Vernice is considered a unique and somewhat vintage name, often associated with spring and renewal.
Famous People
Vernice Armour, the first African-American female fighter pilot in the U.S. military, Vernice McClain, a notable American artist
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 245 peak births in 1923
Geographic Spread
Popular across 32 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 15 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 10 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1701st of 7545 | 318 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1946th of 6773 | 260 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2727th of 7552 | 172 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6193rd of 10718 | 39 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 549th of 9107 | 2,936 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 706th of 9204 | 1,870 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1159th of 12526 | 1,499 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2434th of 19264 | 516 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5272nd of 27321 | 257 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 15087th of 35406 | 76 |