Vera Poulsen

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Vera Poulsen — faith, true
152K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Vera Poulsen 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 Poulsen: Poulsen is a Danish patronymic surname meaning "son of Poul" (Danish version of Paul). The form Paulsen is a less common cognate. Aage Poulsen (1919–1998), Danish long-distance runner Anders Poulsen (ice hockey) (born 1991), Danish hockey player Andreas Poulsen (born 1999), Danish footballer Annette Poulsen (born 1969), Danish swimmer Christian Poulsen (born 1980), Danish professional football player Christian Poulsen (chess player) (1912–1981), Danish chess master Christian Poulsen (cyclist) (born 1979), Danish cyclist Christopher Poulsen (born 1981), Danish footballer Hanne Høegh Poulsen (bo. 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: Poulsen

Scandinavian

Poulsen is a Danish patronymic surname meaning "son of Poul" (Danish version of Paul). The form Paulsen is a less common cognate. Aage Poulsen (1919–1998), Danish long-distance runner Anders Poulsen (ice hockey) (born 1991), Danish hockey player Andreas Poulsen (born 1999), Danish footballer Annette Poulsen (born 1969), Danish swimmer Christian Poulsen (born 1980), Danish professional football player Christian Poulsen (chess player) (1912–1981), Danish chess master Christian Poulsen (cyclist) (born 1979), Danish cyclist Christopher Poulsen (born 1981), Danish footballer Hanne Høegh Poulsen (bo.

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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 Poulsen

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 Poulsen:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Poulsen?
The surname Poulsen originates from Scandinavian. Poulsen is a Danish patronymic surname meaning "son of Poul" (Danish version of Paul). The form Paulsen is a less common cognate. Aage Poulsen (1919–1998), Danish long-distance runner Anders Poulsen (ice hockey) (born 1991), Danish hockey player Andreas Poulsen (born 1999), Danish footballer Annette Poulsen (born 1969), Danish swimmer Christian Poulsen (born 1980), Danish professional football player Christian Poulsen (chess player) (1912–1981), Danish chess master Christian Poulsen (cyclist) (born 1979), Danish cyclist Christopher Poulsen (born 1981), Danish footballer Hanne Høegh Poulsen (bo.
What are the origins of the name Vera Poulsen?
The name Vera Poulsen combines two different traditions: the first name Vera has Slavic roots, while the surname Poulsen originates from Scandinavian.
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