Veronica
Veronica: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /vəˈɹɒnɪkə/
Meaning and origin of Veronica
- A female given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
From the Latin form of Berenice, from Ancient Greek Φερενίκη (Phereníkē). Influenced by the Church Latin phrase vera icon ("true image") associated with the veil of Saint Veronica, who wiped the face of Jesus on the way to Calvary, resulting in an image of his face miraculously appearing on the veil. Doublet of Berenice.
How popular is Veronica?
Since 1880, 223,775 girls and 834 boys in the U.S. have been named Veronica (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #68 in 1976. Its highest rank for boys was #1523 in 1985. In 2025 it ranked #427 for girls, with 730 babies given the name.
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Veronica FAQ
What does the name Veronica mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek. From the Latin form of Berenice, from Ancient Greek Φερενίκη (Phereníkē). Influenced by the Church Latin phrase vera icon ("true image") associated with the veil of Saint Veronica, who wiped the face of Jesus on the way to Calvary, resulting in an image of his face miraculously appearing on the veil. Doublet of Berenice.
What is the origin of the name Veronica?
Veronica is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Veronica?
Since 1880, 223,775 girls and 834 boys in the U.S. have been named Veronica (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #68 in 1976. Its highest rank for boys was #1523 in 1985. In 2025 it ranked #427 for girls, with 730 babies given the name.
Is Veronica a boy or girl name?
Veronica is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 223,775 girls and 834 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.