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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Of or relating to spring
- Origin
- Latin (via the English adjective 'vernal', from 'ver', spring)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- VER-nul
Vernal (VER-nul) is a Latin-rooted name that comes straight from the English adjective meaning "of or relating to spring," which in turn traces back to the Latin "ver," spring. If you're looking for a name that carries a season in it, this one says so plainly.
Meaning & Origin of Vernal
Meaning: Of or relating to spring.
Origin: Latin (via the English adjective 'vernal', from 'ver', spring).
How to Pronounce Vernal
VER-nulIPA /ˈvɜːrnəl/
Popularity of Vernal
Vernal peaked at #914 in 1916, when 49 babies were given the name. By 2005, the latest year in the data, it had slipped to #13257 with just 5 babies.
Names Like Vernal
These names have followed a similar path to Vernal in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Vernal mean?
Of or relating to spring.
How do you pronounce Vernal?
Vernal is pronounced VER-nul (IPA: /ˈvɜːrnəl/).
Is Vernal a popular name right now?
Vernal peaked at #914 in 1916 and is ranked #13257 as of 2005. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1892–2005.)
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