Versie
Versie is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Truth, springlike, or alder tree; likely related to Latin roots associated with truth (Veritas) or spring (Vernus).
Origin and history
Versie is a vintage feminine name that likely originated as a diminutive or variant of Verna, Versa, or Laverne. It saw its peak usage in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, it is a rare traditional choice with a gentle historical character.
Popularity in the United States
2,598 babies in the United States have been named Versie since 1880. It ranks #3467 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2095.
States where it is most popular
- AR (23.2 %)
- TX (17.5 %)
- MS (13.1 %)
- LA (10.2 %)
- TN (9.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 101 |
| 1900-1910 | 200 |
| 1910-1920 | 561 |
| 1920-1930 | 595 |
| 1930-1940 | 455 |
| 1940-1950 | 316 |
| 1950-1960 | 214 |
| 1960-1970 | 117 |
| 1970-1980 | 27 |
| 1980-1990 | 6 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 6 |
Fun facts
- Versie was most frequently given to baby girls in the United States between the 1890s and the 1930s.
- It likely developed as a affectionate contraction or derivative of longer names like Laverne or Verna.