Verónica
True image
Pronunciation: vur-OH-nee-kah (/vəˈroʊnɪkə/)
What does Verónica mean?
Derived from Verus (true) and Ikos (image), Verónica means 'true image' in Christianity. In biblical legend, Verónica wiped the face of Jesus as He carried the cross, leaving a miraculous imprint of His face on her cloth. She is revered as a saint in the Catholic and Orthodox Churches.
Verónica in other languages & scripts
How to pronounce Verónica
Numerology & personality
Creativity, Self-expression, and Communication.
Spiritual & cultural context
Symbol of compassionate devotion
Verónica is a name deeply rooted in Christian tradition, carrying a significant symbolic meaning as a sign of compassion and devotion towards Jesus. This name is commonly given to girls in many Spanish-speaking countries, reflecting the strong influence of the Catholic Church in those societies. It is also a popular name in the Philippines, Portugal, Italy, and some Latin American countries.
Scriptural & traditional roots
Saint connection: Saint Veronica
Popularity of Verónica by region
| Region | Country | Score | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | US | 62 | 2024 |
| United Kingdom | UK | 72 | 2024 |
| Brazil | BR | 79 | 2024 |