Vernor is an uncommon, yet distinctive given name of American origin. It is believed to have been coined by science fiction author Vernor Vinge, who was named after his father Vernon. The name has since been adopted by a small number of individuals, primarily in the United States, as a unique and personal choice.
"Over the span of nearly fifty years (1915-1961), there were a total of 118 individuals named Vernor born annually, with a notable peak in 1924 at 11 births and a consistent average around five births per year."