Verla
About Verla
Verla is a feminine name with Germanic origins, possibly derived from 'vera' meaning 'true' or as a variant of Veronica. This uncommon name enjoyed brief popularity in the United States during the early 20th century, particularly between 1880-1930, before gradually declining in use. Verla has a vintage quality with its soft sounds and classical structure, evoking images of the Victorian and Edwardian eras. Today, it remains quite rare, offering a distinctive option for parents seeking a name with historical presence but little current usage. The name carries a gentle strength and authenticity in its meaning and sound. Its brevity makes it both memorable and easy to pronounce across cultures.
Pronounced VER-luh.
As of October 2026, Verla ranked #7290 in US births in 1983 SSA, peaked at #490 in 1922.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
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 |
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Verla on lists
Famous Verlas
- (Verla) Eileen (Regina) Brennan
American actress
Verla in pop culture
- Verla Grubbs
character on TV's "All My Children," played by Carol Burnett