Veralee

“truth”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#15044US 2023

6Births / yr

↑Rising

43All-time births

📅 Since 191800

How to pronounce Veralee

VER·AL·EE

/ˈvɝ.ˈæl.ˈiː/ · stress on VER · 3 syllables

“truth”

American origin · Girl name

What does Veralee mean and where does it come from?

Veralee is a modern, invented name believed to blend the elements of 'vera', which is Latin for 'truth', and 'lee', a common suffix in names that often connotes 'meadow' or 'clearing'. Its usage is primarily found in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States, where it emerged as

Cultural significance

Veralee has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of truth.

Peak popularity

Reached #4666 in 1935 — currently #15044 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Veralee?

Veralee works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Veralee Grace

How popular is Veralee right now?

Rising fast — up 2528 spots — currently #15044 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1935–2023#15044 · Top 11%

1935

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#15044	6	▲ up 2528 · +20% births
2022	#17572	5	▼ down 8637 · -58% births
2021	#8935	12	▼ down 4269 · +140% births
1935	#4666	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Veralee

Best Year1935Rank #4666

Peak Count12

Average Rank#11554

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1935 - 20234 years

The story of Veralee

Veralee entered American naming records in 1918 and has been in use for over 106 years. With 43 total births recorded, Veralee remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4666 in 1935, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #15044 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Veralee in 1935:

Mary Shirley Barbara Betty Patricia

Veralee by decade

Veralee peaked in the 1930s. See all 1930s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	5
1920s	5
1930s	10
2010s ★	23

💎Veralee has only 43 total recorded births since 1918 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Veralee?

Common

VerVerieVeryAlee

What names sound and feel like Veralee?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Veralee also consider these

Vernalee

American · A beloved name

Verlee

American · spring-like

Jeralee

American · Feminine form of

Teralee

American · Land of Tera

Jenalee

American · English

Jesalee

American · Possibly a combination

Vernee

American · A variant of

Kenalee

American · Intelligent, wise

Common questions about the name Veralee

What does the name Veralee mean?

Veralee means "truth" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Veralee?

Veralee is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Veralee have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Veralee?

Veralee originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Veralee?

Veralee is a three-syllable name pronounced V ER1 AE1 L IY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Veralee?

Veralee pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.