Vernon

Meaning of Vernon

From the place name Vernon, which means "alder tree place". It suggests someone who lives near alder trees.

Vernon has French roots — browse every French baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Vernon

After ranking as high as #820 in 2000, Vernon has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Vernon

• Vernon Winfrey
  Oprah Winfrey's father
• Vernon Wells
  Former MLB player
• Vernon Duke
  Composer and songwriter
• Vernon Davis
  Former NFL tight end
• Vernon Forrest
  Professional boxer

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Questions about the name Vernon

What does the name Vernon mean?

Vernon means from the place name vernon, which means "alder tree place". it suggests someone who lives near alder trees, and it comes from French origins.

Is Vernon a boy's or a girl's name?

Vernon is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Vernon?

Vernon did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Vernon most popular?

Vernon peaked at #820 in 2000.