Veronica: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced vuh-RAH-nih-kuh · 4 syllables
Veronica means “true image”, from Greek and Latin.
From the Latin form of Berenice, from Ancient Greek (Pherenike). 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.
- Meaning
- true image
- Origin
- Greek, Latin
- Pronunciation
- vuh-RAH-nih-kuh
- US rank (2025)
- #427
- US babies a year
- about 757 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 1970
- Style
- Classic
How popular is Veronica?
Veronica was the #427 name in the US in 2025, given to 730 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 1970.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #427 |
| England & Wales | #674 |
| Scotland | #399 |
| Ireland | #471 |
| Canada | #298 |
| Australia | #432 |
How old are people named Veronica?
Half of US adults named Veronica are older than 46; most are between 23 and 75. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Sibling names for Veronica
Names that real brothers and sisters of people named Veronica have, from family records on Wikidata, most common first.
Names like Veronica
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
- Monica
- Angela
- Martina
- Maria
- Christina
- Sara
- Rachel
- Margarita
- Amy
- Felicia
- Christine
- Joanna
- Victoria
- Georgina
- Claudia
- Tina
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Questions about Veronica
What does the name Veronica mean?
Veronica means “true image”. It comes from Greek and Latin.
How do you pronounce Veronica?
Veronica is pronounced vuh-RAH-nih-kuh.
How popular is the name Veronica?
Veronica was the #427 name in the US in 2025, given to 730 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 1970.
How old are people named Veronica?
Half of US adults named Veronica are older than 46. Most are between 23 and 75.