Verlon, of French origin, is an uncommon given name that has gained limited popularity over time. It is believed to be a diminutive form of the Old French name Vercelon, which was derived from the Germanic elements 'wer' meaning 'true' and 'hild' meaning 'battle'. The name Verlon thus suggests someone who is true or steadfast in their actions. Historically, it has been more prevalent as a surname rather than a first name.
The name Verlon experienced significant popularity between 1913 and 1941, with a peak of 49 births in 1939. However, its usage steadily declined thereafter, falling to just 5 births in 2001. Overall, there were 1698 recorded births of the name Verlon between 1913 and 2001.