Vera
Vera is a name of Slavic origin meaning 'faith' or 'truth,' and also derives from Latin 'verus' meaning 'true.' It has been cherished across multiple cultures for its simple elegance and profound meaning.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 1,545. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 573
- 2012: 615
- 2013: 721
- 2014: 891
- 2015: 1,054
- 2016: 1,059
- 2017: 1,160
- 2018: 1,264
- 2019: 1,284
- 2020: 1,221
- 2021: 1,310
- 2022: 1,339
- 2023: 1,333
- 2024: 1,355
- 2025: 1,482
- 2026 (projected): 1,545
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Works well across multiple cultures and languages
- •Has seen a stylish revival after decades as a vintage choice
- •Strong meaning makes it appealing to parents seeking substance
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Statistics
149,456
Total births since 1880
1918
Peak year
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