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The name Vernon is of English origin and means "place of alder trees". It comes from the Old French word "vernon", which means "alder tree". The name was originally given to someone who lived near a grove of alder trees.Vernon has been used as a surname for many centuries, with the first recorded instances in England dating back to the 12th century. It became a given name in the 19th century and has been popular in English-speaking countries ever since.The most famous person with this name is probably the French painter Claude Monet, whose full name was Oscar-Claude Monet but was known as Claude Monet, born in Paris in 1840. Additionally, there are several sports personalities named Vernon, including Vernon Davis (American football player) and Vernon Forrest (boxer).

The name Vernon is most popular in English-speaking countries like the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. It is also found in some other countries like Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa.

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