Veronica is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #842 in 2002 with 28 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2010 with 92 births ranking #452. In 2002, approximately 1 in every 9,549 girls born was named Veronica. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Veronica is a rich classic with long Christian history. The later traditional interpretation 'true image' is well known, though the earliest origin is somewhat debated.
The name became established through Christian legend and later spread widely through European naming traditions. Its ornate sound and strong recognition have helped it endure.