Vera Sumpter

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Vera Sumpter — faith, true
152K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Vera Sumpter 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 Sumpter: A sumpter is an older term for a pack animal. Sumpter also subsequently became a surname and place name. Sumpter Township, Cumberland County, Illinois Sumpter Township, Wayne County, Michigan Barry Sumpter (born 1965), American basketball player Donald Sumpter (born 1943), British actor Jeremy Sumpter (born 1989), American actor Justin Sumpter (born 1996), American football player Michael Sumpter (1947–2001), American serial killer Rachell Sumpter (born 1972), painter Tika Sumpter (born 1980), American actor 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: Sumpter

English

A sumpter is an older term for a pack animal. Sumpter also subsequently became a surname and place name. Sumpter Township, Cumberland County, Illinois Sumpter Township, Wayne County, Michigan Barry Sumpter (born 1965), American basketball player Donald Sumpter (born 1943), British actor Jeremy Sumpter (born 1989), American actor Justin Sumpter (born 1996), American football player Michael Sumpter (1947–2001), American serial killer Rachell Sumpter (born 1972), painter Tika Sumpter (born 1980), American actor

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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 Sumpter

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 Sumpter:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Sumpter?
The surname Sumpter originates from English. A sumpter is an older term for a pack animal. Sumpter also subsequently became a surname and place name. Sumpter Township, Cumberland County, Illinois Sumpter Township, Wayne County, Michigan Barry Sumpter (born 1965), American basketball player Donald Sumpter (born 1943), British actor Jeremy Sumpter (born 1989), American actor Justin Sumpter (born 1996), American football player Michael Sumpter (1947–2001), American serial killer Rachell Sumpter (born 1972), painter Tika Sumpter (born 1980), American actor
What are the origins of the name Vera Sumpter?
The name Vera Sumpter combines two different traditions: the first name Vera has Slavic roots, while the surname Sumpter originates from English.
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