Verle is of American origin, derived from the French 'Vérence', which means 'frankincense'. This rare and distinctive name was initially more prevalent during the early to mid-20th century but has since become quite uncommon.
The name Verle saw a significant increase in popularity from the early 20th century onwards, with a notable spike during and after World War I. Between 1914 and 1920, there was a substantial rise in births named Verle, peaking at 64 in 1920. However, this popularity waned over time, with the number of annual births named Verle decreasing steadily from the late 1920s onwards. By the 1950s and 1960s, the name had become quite rare, with fewer than 10 births per year recorded. Since then, it has remained uncommon, with only sporadic instances of the name appearing in birth records. In total, there were 1758 births named Verle from 1906 to 1978.