Veronica is a moderately popular girls' name in United States, ranking #410 in 2016 with 812 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1999 with 2,831 births ranking #115. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 70.4%. In 2016, approximately 1 in every 2,182 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.