Verenice Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Verenice is a name of Greek origin meaning 'bringer of victory'. It evolved from the ancient Greek name Berenice and has been adapted into various forms through history. The name is often associated with traits of strength and elegance, and it does not have a biblical background. Its popularity surged during the Hellenistic period, and it continues to be appreciated in modern times.
The name Verenice is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Verenice has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Verenice' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8210th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2721st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3180th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10456th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Verenice' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Verenice"
Pronunciation
/ˈvɛrəˌniːs/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Verenice is derived from the Greek name 'Berenice', which means 'bringer of victory'. The name was popularized in ancient times, especially by the Ptolemaic dynasty in Egypt.
Meaning
bringer of victory
Language Evolution
Berenice (Ancient Greek), Verenice (Latinized form), Verenice (Modern adaptation)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity during the Hellenistic period due to its association with royalty and has been used in various cultures since then.
Variants & Derivatives
Berenice, Veronica, Vernice
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Verenice is seen as a unique and elegant name, often associated with strength and grace.
Famous People
Verenice A. G. de Carvalho, Brazilian author, Verenice M. A. de Oliveira, Brazilian artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Verenice"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Verenice"
"Verenice" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8210th of 19264 | 71 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2721st of 27321 | 655 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3180th of 35406 | 781 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10456th of 30306 | 110 |
Regional Popularity of "Verenice" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Verenice" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
60.34% 2440th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
66.32% 2444th/3685 |
- |
44.61% 2317th/5194 |
18.92% 1195th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
77.13% 3534th/4582 |
- |
40.89% 2990th/7313 |
21.91% 1635th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
91.95% 5771st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Verenice"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Verenice" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.