Name:
Vernon
Gender:
Boy
Origin:
French, Old Norse
Meaning:
Vernon originates in French language and means "of the alder tree". It was derived from an old French surname and as a surname it functions until today. As a masculine given name its usage has declined lately.
Pronunciation:
VUR-nən
The Five Elements:
Fire
Also Spelled Like...:
Vernan
Vernen
Famous Vernon:
Vernon Carey : football player
Vernon Fiddler : hockey player
Vernon Lee : writer
Vernon Sewell : film director