More details about the name “Veronica”
Latin girl names like Veronica derived from the words vera and icon often interpreted as a true image. It has significant religious and historical meaning, particularly in Christianity. Saint Veronica is said to have wiped Jesus’ face on his way to the crucifixion leaving an imprint of his face on a cloth thus linking the name to the true image of Christ. It became popular in Europe and the U.S. in the 19th and 20th centuries. This name is associated with qualities like purity and strength.
It has been widely used in literature, pop culture and media with notable references such as Veronica Mars and Veronica Lodge from Archie Comics. Variants of this name include Veronika in Slavic languages and common nicknames include Vera, Ronnie and Nica.
This name’s numerological value is 3 often linked to creativity and communication. Famous people of this name include author Veronica Roth and actress Veronica Lake. With its modern appeal, it continues to be a popular and classic choice in many cultures around the world.
Source: Social Security Administration, Girl Names Data