Veronica
Veronica is a Christian girl name of Latin, probably from Greek origin, meaning “Bringer of victory; popularly 'true image'”.
| Meaning | Bringer of victory; popularly 'true image' |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin, probably from Greek |
| Pronunciation | vuh-RON-ih-kuh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Italy, United States, Philippines, Spain |
Meaning and origin of Veronica
Veronica is usually traced to the Greek name Berenice, 'bringer of victory', reshaped in Latin. In the Middle Ages it was popularly explained as vera icon, 'true image', because of the legend of Saint Veronica, who wiped the face of Jesus on the way to the cross and found his likeness left on the cloth. The name is used across Europe and the Americas.
Is Veronica a Christian name?
Veronica is a Christian name: Saint Veronica is not in the Bible, but her story is remembered in the sixth Station of the Cross.
How popular is Veronica?
Well known worldwide, especially in Catholic countries; less fashionable than in the mid twentieth century.
Gifts with the name Veronica
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Spellings and variants of Veronica
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Veronica mean?
Veronica means 'Bringer of victory; popularly 'true image''. It is of Latin, probably from Greek origin.
Is Veronica a Christian name?
Veronica is a Christian name: Saint Veronica is not in the Bible, but her story is remembered in the sixth Station of the Cross.
How do you pronounce Veronica?
Veronica is pronounced vuh-RON-ih-kuh.
Is Veronica a boy or girl name?
Veronica is usually a girl name.