Veronica Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Veronica has Latin origins meaning 'true image'. It evolved from the Latin 'Vera Icon' and has various historical forms. It is linked to the legend of Saint Veronica in Christian tradition, although it is not mentioned in the Bible. The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages and continues to be seen as a classic, elegant name today. Notable individuals with this name include actress Veronica Lake and author Veronica Roth.
The name Veronica is most popular in New Mexico, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Veronica has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Veronica' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6687th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6350th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3848th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2074th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2617th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14707th out of 24088 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 208th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 257th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 179th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 98th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 90th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 189th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 377th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Veronica' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Veronica"
Pronunciation
/vəˈrɪnɪkə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Veronica is derived from the Latin name 'Vera Icon', which means 'true image'. This name was historically associated with the legend of Saint Veronica, who is said to have wiped Jesus' face with a cloth, resulting in an image of his face being left on it.
Meaning
true image
Language Evolution
Vera Icon (Latin), Veronica (Latin), Veronique (French), Berenice (Greek)
Biblical Background
The name is associated with the Christian tradition and Saint Veronica, though it is not found in the Bible itself.
Historical Usage
The name Veronica became popular in the Christian tradition during the Middle Ages, especially due to its association with the saint. It gained widespread use in Europe and has remained a common name through the centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Veronique, Berenice, Vera
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Veronica is viewed as a classic and elegant name, often associated with strength and compassion. It remains popular in various cultures around the world.
Famous People
Veronica Lake (actress), Veronica Roth (author), Veronica Mars (fictional character)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Veronica"
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 "Veronica"
"Veronica" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6687th of 7545 | 10 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6350th of 6773 | 7 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3848th of 7552 | 79 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2074th of 10718 | 327 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2617th of 16616 | 378 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 14707th of 24088 | 33 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 208th of 9107 | 17,158 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 257th of 9204 | 12,509 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 179th of 12526 | 37,310 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 98th of 19264 | 58,977 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 90th of 27321 | 56,704 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 189th of 35406 | 28,502 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 377th of 30306 | 9,992 |
Regional Popularity of "Veronica" 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) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
- |
38.40% 1351st/3518 |
29.70% 1201st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
38.51% 2000th/5194 |
20.90% 1320th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Veronica" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
13.56% 192nd/1416 |
7.54% 104th/1379 |
28.91% 684th/2366 |
35.81% 409th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
14.75% 228th/1546 |
8.68% 135th/1556 |
18.78% 442nd/2353 |
19.07% 295th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
9.34% 208th/2227 |
6.67% 162nd/2430 |
5.68% 162nd/2853 |
6.88% 191st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
5.31% 156th/2937 |
3.85% 134th/3483 |
2.02% 71st/3518 |
1.11% 45th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
3.83% 141st/3685 |
2.64% 118th/4475 |
1.73% 90th/5194 |
0.84% 53rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
4.56% 209th/4582 |
3.25% 168th/5164 |
2.90% 212th/7313 |
2.10% 157th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
8.76% 349th/3984 |
6.75% 303rd/4487 |
6.83% 466th/6822 |
6.42% 403rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Veronica"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Veronica" 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.