"true, genuine; from the Norman place Ver"
Origin: Latin / Old French
Language: Latin
Vere
Pronunciation: [ v-IHR ]
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A distinctive 1-syllable boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Norman
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Historical Record
Vere first appeared in US Social Security records in 1989.
Over 5 babies have been named Vere in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Vere is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #32,752 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #32,752
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- English British aristocracy Norman
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Vere is also used as a girl name, ranked #70821.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Vere
What does the name Vere mean?
"true, genuine; from the Norman place Ver" (from Latin / Old French)
What is the origin of the name Vere?
Vere has Latin / Old French, English, British aristocracy, and Norman origins. In Latin / Old French, it means "true, genuine; from the Norman place Ver".
Is Vere a boy or girl name?
Vere is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #32752. As a girl name, it is ranked #70821. Vere is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Vere?
Vere is pronounced v-IHR.
How popular is the name Vere?
Vere is currently ranked #32752 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Vere?
Popular middle name pairings include Vere Aubrey, Vere Lancelot, and Vere Edmund.
What are good sibling names for Vere?
Names that pair well with Vere as siblings include Everard, Rupert, and Aubrey.
How many syllables does Vere have?
Vere has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Vere a common or rare name?
Vere is an uncommon name, ranked #32752 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Vere?
Related spellings include Vernon.
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About the Name Vere
Vere is a boy name with English, British aristocracy, and Norman origins . The name means "true, genuine; from the Norman place Ver" in Latin / Old French .
Is Vere a boy or girl name? Vere is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #32,752 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #70,821. Vere is more commonly used as a boy name.
Vere is currently ranked #32,752 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Vere has 1 syllable and is pronounced v-IHR, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Vere include Vernon . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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