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Veronica

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Pronounced veh-RON-ih-kah /vɪˈrɒn.ɪ.kə/High

Meaning: From Latin Veronica, possibly a Latinization of Greek Berenice meaning she who brings victory; also associated with the Latin vera icon meaning true imageHigh

In 30 seconds: Veronica is a powerful Latin-Greek name meaning 'she who brings victory' — with a saintly legend, an iconic comic book archetype, and a gorgeous four-syllable elegance that never goes out of style.
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Origin HighLatin, Greek
MeaningFrom Latin Veronica, possibly a Latinization of Greek Berenice meaning she who brings victory; also associated with the Latin vera icon meaning true image
U.S. rank (2025)#427 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births730 girls (0.04% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1980
Total births (all-time)≈ 223,769

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 198018802025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Veronica is likely a Latinization of Greek Berenikē (victory-bringer), influenced by Latin vera icon (true image). The legend of Veronica's veil, on which Christ's face was imprinted, spread the name throughout Catholic Europe.

Veronica has been used throughout the English-speaking world for centuries. In the United States it peaked in the 1970s–80s and is now a recognized classic with a quietly elegant character.

Did you know? According to Christian legend, Saint Veronica wiped Christ's face on the Via Dolorosa, and his image was miraculously imprinted on her cloth — the vera icon (true image) — giving the name a sacred visual legacy.
Overall data confidence 87%
Behind the Name — Veronica — etymology and historyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

VeronikaBereniceRonnie

Nicknames

RonnieVeroVeraRoni

Famous Bearers

  • ★Saint Veronica (legendary)
    Christian tradition says she wiped the face of Jesus on the Via Dolorosa; the cloth is the vera icon.
  • ★Veronica Lodge (fictional)
    Iconic character in the Archie Comics universe, portrayed by Camila Mendes in the TV series Riverdale.

If you like Veronica…

Victoria— shares the V-name Latin regal quality and the same four-syllable grandeur
Valentina— fellow four-syllable Latinate name with the same deep Catholic and cultural heritage
Viviana— shares the elegant V-name Italian-Latin tradition and similar melodic sweep
Vanessa— parallel four-letter V-name with the same melodic warmth and mid-century appeal

Frequently Asked

What does the name Veronica mean?

Veronica means she who brings victory from Greek Berenice, and is also associated with Latin vera icon meaning true image.

How do you pronounce Veronica?

It is said veh-RON-ih-kah /vɪˈrɒn.ɪ.kə/ — four syllables, stress on the second.

Is Veronica a saint's name?

Yes, Saint Veronica is venerated in Catholic tradition for wiping Christ's face during the Passion.

What are nicknames for Veronica?

Popular nicknames include Ronnie, Vero, Vera, and Roni.