Vernon
Meaning of Vernon
Originating from the English surname, Vernon is a male name that has gained popularity as a given name. It is derived from a place name meaning "alder tree" or "place of alders." The name Vernon has associations with nature and tranquility. In terms of pronunciation, both American and British English pronounce it as VER-nən (/ˈvɜːrnən/). Variations of the name include Vern. In recent years, the name Vernon has seen moderate usage in the United States, ranking around 1500th most popular. However, it's worth noting that its usage has been on a decline since its peak in the mid-20th century.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as VER-nən (/ˈvɜːnən/)
American English
- Pronunced as VER-nən (/ˈvɜrnən/)
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Notable People Named Vernon
| Vernon Davis is a former professional football player known for his career as a tight end in the NFL, playing primarily for the San Francisco 49ers and earning Pro Bowl selections. |
| Vernon Anthony Adams Jr. is an American professional Canadian football quarterback known for his career in the Canadian Football League (CFL) with various teams. |
| Vernon Berrangé - Vernon Celliers Berrangé SCOT, also known as "Defender of the People," was a prominent South African human rights advocate and Queen's Counsel. |
| Vernon Ferdinand Dahmer Sr. was a prominent civil rights leader in the United States who was tragically murdered by the Ku Klux Klan for his activism in promoting Black voter registration. |
| Vernon Eulion Jordan Jr. was an American business executive and civil rights attorney known for his work with civil rights organizations and as a close advisor to President Bill Clinton. |
| Vernon Hill (1887–1972) was a versatile artist known for his work as a sculptor, lithographer, illustrator, and draughtsman, born in Halifax, Yorkshire, England. |
| Vernon Hargreaves III is a former American football cornerback who played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after being selected 11th overall in the 2016 NFL Draft. |
| Vernon Joseph Baker was a decorated United States Army first lieutenant known for his valor during World War II and the Korean War, and was awarded the Medal of Honor in 1997. |
| Vernon Anthony Walters was a distinguished U.S. Army officer and diplomat, known for his roles as Deputy Director of Central Intelligence, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, and Ambassador to the Federal Republic of Germany during German Reunification. |
| Vernon Forrest was a highly accomplished American professional boxer, holding multiple world championships in two weight classes and being named Fighter of the Year in 2002. |
| Vernon Handley - Vernon George "Tod" Handley was a British conductor celebrated for his advocacy of British composers. |
| Vernon Martin Ingram was a German-American professor of biology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. |
| Vernon Meredith Geddy Sr. was an attorney and former head coach of the William & Mary Tribe men's basketball team. |
| Dr. Vernon Johns was a pioneering American minister in the civil rights movement, best known for his tenure at Dexter Avenue Baptist Church in Montgomery, Alabama, where he was succeeded by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. |
| Vernon Chatman is a multi-talented American screenwriter, producer, director, and voice actor known for creating various television series and being part of the art collective PFFR. |
