Alder tree; or of the spring
Derived from the French 'la vernier', referring to the alder tree, or potentially from the Latin 'vernus' meaning of the spring. It gained significant popularity in the early 20th century as a nature-inspired choice before becoming a mid-century staple.
Less common today
Laverne isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,017 in 1990.
Emmy-nominated actress and activist
Feisty brewery worker and lead character · Laverne & Shirley
R&B singer and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee
Member of the singing group The Andrews Sisters
No-nonsense nurse at Sacred Heart Hospital · Scrubs
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
