Verne
Verne is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Alder tree grove.
Origin and history
Verne is a masculine name of French origin derived from a Place name meaning alder grove. It gained moderate popularity in the early 20th century in the United States, partly inspired by French author Jules Verne, but is rarely given to newborns today.
Popularity in the United States
5,841 babies in the United States have been named Verne since 1880. It ranks #1586 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- IL (15.2 %)
- CA (15.1 %)
- IA (11.1 %)
- MI (10 %)
- MN (7.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 115 |
| 1890-1900 | 213 |
| 1900-1910 | 220 |
| 1910-1920 | 996 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,411 |
| 1930-1940 | 939 |
| 1940-1950 | 754 |
| 1950-1960 | 670 |
| 1960-1970 | 324 |
| 1970-1980 | 125 |
| 1980-1990 | 69 |
| 1990-2000 | 5 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Verne
- Verne Troyer: Actor, Stuntman
- Verne Gagne: Professional Wrestler, Promoter
Fun facts
- The surname of iconic French science-fiction author Jules Verne popularized the name as a given name in English-speaking countries.
- The name originally stems from Gaulish terms referring to the alder tree, which thrives near wetlands.