Verdina
A feminine name derived from the Old German word meaning "green valley".
Name Census estimates that about 13 living Americans carry the first name Verdina. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Verdina today is around 63 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Verdina births was 1961 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Verdina. 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
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Verdina. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
13
~ 1 in 26,365,718 Americans
Peak year
1961
6 babies that year
Average age
63
years old
1962 SSA rank
#7,536
Tracked since 1960
Popularity
Verdina: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Verdina 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 Verdina during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 0 | 16 | 16 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Verdina
The given name Verdina has its origins in the Latin language, deriving from the word "viridis," which means "green" or "verdant." This name first emerged during the Roman era, likely as a descriptor for someone with a deep connection to nature or the color green.
In ancient Roman texts, there are mentions of individuals bearing names related to colors, such as Rubria (red) and Flavia (golden-haired). However, specific references to the name Verdina are scarce, suggesting it was not a commonly used name during that time period.
The earliest recorded use of the name Verdina can be traced back to the 6th century AD, when it was found in the records of a small village in what is now northern Italy. During the Middle Ages, the name gained popularity among Italian families, particularly those with ties to the countryside or agricultural traditions.
One of the earliest notable individuals to bear the name Verdina was a Benedictine nun who lived in the 10th century AD. Sister Verdina was known for her dedication to the convent gardens and her knowledge of medicinal herbs.
In the 12th century, a noblewoman named Verdina di Montefalco was renowned for her philanthropic efforts and her advocacy for the poor in the region of Umbria, Italy.
Fast forward to the 16th century, and we find Verdina Veronica, a celebrated painter from the Venetian school of art. Her vibrant landscapes and portrayal of nature's verdant hues earned her recognition among her contemporaries.
In the 18th century, Verdina Alessandra was a prominent figure in the world of Italian opera. Born in 1732, she was a soprano known for her powerful voice and her ability to convey the depth of emotion in her performances.
Finally, in the 19th century, Verdina Giuseppina was a respected botanist and horticulturist from Naples. Her contributions to the study and cultivation of Mediterranean flora were significant, and she is credited with introducing several new plant species to the region.
While the name Verdina may not be as common today as it once was, its rich history and connection to nature, art, and the Italian culture make it a unique and intriguing choice for a given name.
People
Verdina + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Verdina 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
Verdina: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Verdina?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 13 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Verdina 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 26,365,718 US residents.
Is Verdina a common name?
We classify Verdina as "Very Rare". It ranks above 33.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 16 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Verdina most popular?
The single biggest year for Verdina was 1961, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Verdina is about 63 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 Verdina in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Verdina a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Verdina 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 Verdina still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Verdina 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 Verdina 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 are named Verdina?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many Americans are named Verdina at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.