Veritable V's

  1. Vasili
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "royal, kingly"
    • Description:

      Alternative form of Basil that might suit the adventurous.
  2. Vera
    • Origin:

      Russian
    • Meaning:

      "faith"
    • Description:

      Vera was the height of fashion in 1910, then was for a long time difficult to picture embroidered on a baby blanket. Now, though, it has come back into style along with other old-fashioned simple names such as Ada and Iris.
  3. Veren
    • Description:

      Veren is a rare masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may derive from Latin 'verus' meaning 'true,' or have connections to Dutch and Germanic roots. In some contexts, it could be related to the Latin 'vernal' (spring-like) or possibly be a variant of Vernon. The name has remained exceptionally uncommon in English-speaking countries throughout recorded naming history. Veren has a crisp, modern sound despite its possible ancient origins, featuring a pleasing balance of the soft 'v' and stronger 'n' ending. Its brevity and simplicity give it contemporary appeal, while its rarity offers distinctiveness. Those named Veren might appreciate having a name that feels both unique and accessible, with a certain cosmopolitan quality that transcends specific cultural traditions.

  4. Vermilion
    • Origin:

      Color name
    • Description:

      This vivid reddish orange color name is an undiscovered possibility -- kind of a female equivalent of Cerulean for boys.
  5. Viridian
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "blue green color"
    • Description:

      Unusual and beautiful blue green color and name possibility, a la Cerulean.
  6. Vittoria
    • Origin:

      Italian variation of Victoria
    • Description:

      An appealing Italianate alternative.
  7. Vivienne
    • Origin:

      French variation of Vivian
    • Meaning:

      "life"
    • Description:

      Vivienne is an elaborated Gallic version of the name Vivian, chosen first by Rosie O'Donnell for her daughter and then catapulted to superstardom when Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie used it for their twin daughter. An adult namesake is the British designer Vivienne Westwood. Rosie O'Donnell also has a daughter named Vivienne, known as Vivi.