Vera
vee-ruh
US Popularity:495
Origin:Slavic
Meaning:Faith, truth
Vera is a feminine name of Slavic origin, meaning “faith.” The etymology of Vera has been traced back to the Latin vera, meaning “true.” Vera became popular in English-speaking countries in the 19th and 20th centuries before taking a break from the charts. By 2009, Vera returned to the spotlight as a beloved vintage name, possibly due to designer Vera Wang or actress Vera Farmiga. Vera is steeped in elegance and charms every ear it graces. Vera will make a great fit if you’re in love with the vintage era and want something classic and unique for baby.
Famous People Named Vera
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Vera MilesActress
How Popular Is The Name Vera?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Vera is currently #254 on The Bump
Girl:Vera is currently #182 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Vera is currently #495 in U.S. births
Girl:Vera is currently #223 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#223
in 2023
+ 1
from 2022
Sources
Online Etymology Dictionary, Vera, August 2023
Behind the Name, Vera (1)
Britannica, Vera Wang, American fashion designer, June 2023
IMDb, Vera Farmiga
WordSense, Vera
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