Green, flourishing, or place of alders
Vernell is likely an American elaboration of the French name Verne or the Latin root 'vernus', meaning spring-like. It is also associated with the alder tree, which symbolizes protection and growth in various European traditions.
Less common today
Vernell isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,240 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Former NBA player known as 'Bimbo' Coles
American football player
