Vera Schilling

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Vera Schilling — faith, true
152K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Vera Schilling 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 Schilling: Anne Schilling, American mathematician Bobby Schilling (1964–2021), American politician from Illinois Christian Schwarz-Schilling (born 1930), German politician Claudia Schilling (born 1968), German politician Claus Schilling (1871–1946), German experimenter in Nazi concentration camps executed for war crimes Curt Schilling (born 1966), American baseball player David C. Schilling (1918–1956), American military officer Eduardo Schilling (businessman) (1852–1925), German gunsmith and businessman Eduardo Schilling (footballer) (1883–1971), German footballer Francis X. 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: Schilling

English

Anne Schilling, American mathematician Bobby Schilling (1964–2021), American politician from Illinois Christian Schwarz-Schilling (born 1930), German politician Claudia Schilling (born 1968), German politician Claus Schilling (1871–1946), German experimenter in Nazi concentration camps executed for war crimes Curt Schilling (born 1966), American baseball player David C. Schilling (1918–1956), American military officer Eduardo Schilling (businessman) (1852–1925), German gunsmith and businessman Eduardo Schilling (footballer) (1883–1971), German footballer Francis X.

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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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Numerology

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

4
Expression Number

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

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

7
Personality Number

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

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 Schilling?
The surname Schilling originates from English. Anne Schilling, American mathematician Bobby Schilling (1964–2021), American politician from Illinois Christian Schwarz-Schilling (born 1930), German politician Claudia Schilling (born 1968), German politician Claus Schilling (1871–1946), German experimenter in Nazi concentration camps executed for war crimes Curt Schilling (born 1966), American baseball player David C. Schilling (1918–1956), American military officer Eduardo Schilling (businessman) (1852–1925), German gunsmith and businessman Eduardo Schilling (footballer) (1883–1971), German footballer Francis X.
What are the origins of the name Vera Schilling?
The name Vera Schilling combines two different traditions: the first name Vera has Slavic roots, while the surname Schilling originates from English.
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