Veronica is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #1142 in 2022 with 29 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2010 with 92 births ranking #452. In 2022, approximately 1 in every 9,087 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.