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Vern
Vern is a name of English and Scottish origin, derived from the name Vernon, which means 'alder tree' or 'place by the alder trees.' It carries a sense of nature and vitality, often associated with warmth and friendliness.
Key Stats
| Total births | 11,982 |
| Gender | Male (62% / 38%) |
| Peak year | 1920 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1911 |
| Most recent | 1989 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
MI — 23%CA — 21%WA — 19%MN — 18%IL — 18%
Notable People
Vernon Dursley (Character in *Harry Potter* series) · Vernon Jordan (Civil rights leader and lawyer) · Vernon Wells (Actor, known for *Mad Max 2*) · Vernon Reed (Guitarist, founder of Living Colour) · Vernon Davis (Former NFL player and Super Bowl champion)
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