Verjean
An uncommon name possibly derived from verdant, meaning green or flourishing.
Name Census estimates that about 10 living Americans carry the first name Verjean. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Verjean today is around 84 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Verjean births was 1929 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Verjean. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Verjean is about 84 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Verjeans were born before 1952.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Verjean. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
10
~ 1 in 34,275,434 Americans
Peak year
1929
8 babies that year
Average age
84
years old
1945 SSA rank
#5,200
Tracked since 1928
Popularity
Verjean: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Verjean from the 1920s through to the 1940s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1940s, with 15 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Verjean by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Verjean during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Verjean
The given name Verjean is a relatively uncommon one, with its origins shrouded in some mystery. It is believed to be a French variation of the Old German name Vergilius, which itself is derived from the Latin word "virga," meaning a green branch or twig. This connection to nature and growth could suggest that the name was initially bestowed upon those born in the springtime or associated with agricultural traditions.
While the name's exact roots remain elusive, some scholars have speculated that it may have originated in the region of Burgundy, a historic territory in eastern France known for its rich viticultural heritage. It is possible that the name was borne by those involved in the cultivation of grapevines or the production of wine.
The earliest recorded instance of the name Verjean can be traced back to the late 16th century, when it appears in a baptismal record from the city of Dijon, the capital of the Burgundy region. This entry, dated 1587, marks the birth of a child named Verjean Dupont, though little is known about their life or legacy.
Throughout the centuries, the name Verjean has been carried by a handful of notable individuals, though their historical significance varies. One such figure was Verjean de Vaugelas, a 17th-century French grammarian and author who played a pivotal role in establishing the rules and conventions of the French language. Born in 1585 and dying in 1649, his work helped shape the linguistic landscape of his time.
Another individual of note was Verjean LeClair, a French explorer and cartographer who lived in the late 18th century. LeClair is credited with mapping vast swaths of the unexplored territories of North America, contributing to the geographic knowledge of the era.
In the realm of the arts, Verjean Dujardin was a renowned French painter and sculptor who flourished during the late 19th century. Born in 1842 and passing away in 1914, Dujardin's works were celebrated for their vivid depictions of rural life and landscapes.
Verjean Monniot, a French resistance fighter during World War II, also bears mentioning. Monniot played a crucial role in the underground movement against the Nazi occupation, risking his life to assist Allied forces and safeguard civilians. He was born in 1905 and died in 1989, leaving behind a legacy of bravery and sacrifice.
Lastly, Verjean Lépine was a French inventor and horologist who lived in the late 19th century. Lépine is best known for his contributions to the design and manufacture of pocket watches, revolutionizing the industry with his innovative techniques and mechanisms. He was born in 1839 and died in 1916, leaving an indelible mark on the world of timekeeping.
People
Verjean + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Verjean as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with V
Other first names starting with V with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Verjean: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Verjean?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 10 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Verjean going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 34,275,434 US residents.
Is Verjean a common name?
We classify Verjean as "Very Rare". It ranks above 28.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 44 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Verjean most popular?
The single biggest year for Verjean was 1929, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Verjean is about 84 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Verjean in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Verjean a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Verjean in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Verjean still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Verjean in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Verjean can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Verjean as a first name?
If you just want to know how many people have the name Verjean, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.