Vera Maine

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Vera Maine — faith, true
152K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Vera Maine is a name that combines Slavic origins. The first name Vera is a feminine given name of Slavic origin. Vera (Cyrillic: Вера: Véra, "faith") is a female given name of Slavic origin. In Slavic languages, Vera means faith. The name Vera has been used in the English speaking world since the 19th century and was popular in the early 20th century. In Turkish Vera means piety. It is usually a feminine name. In the Russian language, Vera may also be a diminutive of the male first names Avenir and Averky. The surname Maine: Charles Eric Maine (1921–1981), pen name of David McIlwain, English writer Henry James Sumner Maine (1822–1888), British legal historian John Maine (born 1981), American baseball player Mack Maine (born 1985), American rapper and singer Scott Maine (born 1985), American baseball player Jackson Maine, a fictional character in the 2018 film A Star Is Born (2018 film) Norman Maine, a fictional character in the 1937 film A Star Is Born and the 1954 remake Olivia Maine, a fictional character in the American television series This Is Us Maines (surname) Vera is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 152K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Vera reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Vera

Meaning: faith, true

Slavic

Vera (Cyrillic: Вера: Véra, "faith") is a female given name of Slavic origin. In Slavic languages, Vera means faith. The name Vera has been used in the English speaking world since the 19th century and was popular in the early 20th century. In Turkish Vera means piety. It is usually a feminine name. In the Russian language, Vera may also be a diminutive of the male first names Avenir and Averky.

Surname: Maine

English

Charles Eric Maine (1921–1981), pen name of David McIlwain, English writer Henry James Sumner Maine (1822–1888), British legal historian John Maine (born 1981), American baseball player Mack Maine (born 1985), American rapper and singer Scott Maine (born 1985), American baseball player Jackson Maine, a fictional character in the 2018 film A Star Is Born (2018 film) Norman Maine, a fictional character in the 1937 film A Star Is Born and the 1954 remake Olivia Maine, a fictional character in the American television series This Is Us Maines (surname)

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Vera is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Vera by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Vera Maine

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Vera Maine:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

22
Personality Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Vera?
The first name Vera originates from Slavic. Vera (Cyrillic: Вера: Véra, "faith") is a female given name of Slavic origin. In Slavic languages, Vera means faith. The name Vera has been used in the English speaking world since the 19th century and was popular in the early 20th century. In Turkish Vera means piety. It is usually a feminine name. In the Russian language, Vera may also be a diminutive of the male first names Avenir and Averky.
When was Vera most popular?
The name Vera reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Maine?
The surname Maine originates from English. Charles Eric Maine (1921–1981), pen name of David McIlwain, English writer Henry James Sumner Maine (1822–1888), British legal historian John Maine (born 1981), American baseball player Mack Maine (born 1985), American rapper and singer Scott Maine (born 1985), American baseball player Jackson Maine, a fictional character in the 2018 film A Star Is Born (2018 film) Norman Maine, a fictional character in the 1937 film A Star Is Born and the 1954 remake Olivia Maine, a fictional character in the American television series This Is Us Maines (surname)
What are the origins of the name Vera Maine?
The name Vera Maine combines two different traditions: the first name Vera has Slavic roots, while the surname Maine originates from English.
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