Vernal
About Vernal
Vernal is a masculine name derived from the Latin word 'vernalis' meaning 'of spring' or 'spring-like.' This nature-inspired name evokes images of renewal, growth, and springtime freshness. Despite its pleasant meaning and melodic sound, Vernal has remained quite rare as a given name throughout recorded history. It saw modest usage in the United States in the early 20th century but never broke into mainstream popularity. The name carries a poetic, seasonal quality similar to other nature names like August or June, though with a distinctly botanical character. Vernal's connection to spring gives it associations with youth, vitality, and new beginnings.
Pronounced VER-nul.
As of October 2026, Vernal ranked #13257 in US births in 2005 SSA, peaked at #914 in 1916.
AI-written. Reviewed by Pamela Redmond
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Vernal on lists
Famous Vernals
- Vernal "Vern" Riffe
American politician
- Vernal Edna Andrews
birth name of Fern Andra, American actress and director
- Ewen Vernal
Scottish musician