Vernell
Vernell is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Alder tree grove or green, flourishing place.
Origin and history
Vernell is a given name of French origin, likely derived from a place name or surname related to the alder tree (from Old French 'vergne'). Historically used for both females and males in the United States, it enjoyed peak popularity during the mid-20th century. In recent decades, the name has become extremely rare for newborn girls.
Popularity in the United States
7,124 babies in the United States have been named Vernell since 1880. It ranks #2000 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- SC (16.7 %)
- TX (16.3 %)
- NC (11.2 %)
- VA (10 %)
- GA (8.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 60 |
| 1910-1920 | 510 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,445 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,588 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,340 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,200 |
| 1960-1970 | 617 |
| 1970-1980 | 228 |
| 1980-1990 | 101 |
| 1990-2000 | 30 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Vern, Vernie, Nell
Fun facts
- Vernell has historically been used as a given name for both boys and girls in the United States.
- The name traces back to Gaulish and Old French roots referring to the alder tree.