Verity is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #354 in 2016 with 135 recorded births. This places Verity in the top 5% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Moderately Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2009 with 146 births ranking #314. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 18.4%. In 2016, approximately 1 in every 2,275 girls born was named Verity. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Verity is a clear virtue-style classic meaning 'truth'. It feels intelligent, distinctive, and quietly strong.
Though less common than some virtue names, Verity has remained appealing because it sounds polished rather than overtly pious. Its British flavour also adds to its identity.