Veronica

Girl

Origin: Latin

Meaning

“from Berenice, a Macedonian Greek name 'bringer of victory'; later linked to Latin vera icon 'true image'”

Source

Cultural Notes

Veronica is associated with Saint Veronica who according to tradition wiped Jesus's face on the road to Calvary; the name may derive from the Latin vera icon meaning true image.

Popularity

Rarity: rare
Peak decade: 1960s
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Famous People Named Veronica

  • Veronica Lake (actress), Veronica Guerin (Irish journalist)

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