Verla
Pronunciation: [ v-EHRL-uh ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Verla first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 715 babies have been named Verla in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Verla is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #12,354 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #12,354
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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About the Name Verla
Verla is a girl name .
Verla is currently ranked #12,354 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Verla include Ver, Vey, Veie, and Verkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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