Verne is a given name of French origin, meaning "ford" or "riverbank". It was popularized by French writer Jules Verne, known for his adventure novels such as "Journey to the Center of the Earth" and "Around the World in Eighty Days". The name Verne has been used both as a first name and sometimes as a surname. It is often associated with creativity and exploration due to its namesake's literary works.
The name Verne experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years, with notable peaks during the early to mid-1900s and again around World War II. However, it has since declined in usage, with fewer than 10 births per year occurring after 1962.