Veronica is of Latin origin, derived from 'veronicus', which means 'little victory'. It was originally used as a surname but has evolved into a given name over time. The name Veronica gained prominence in the Middle Ages due to its association with Saint Veronica, a legendary woman who offered her veil to Jesus Christ to wipe his face on his way to crucifixion, and whose image is said to have been imprinted on the cloth. The name Veronica has been popular in several cultures, including Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, French, English, and Polish.
"The name Veroncia experienced fluctuations in popularity between 1959 and 1990, with the most births occurring in 1977 and 1981, both years having 20 births. The least popular years were 1960 to 1962, with only 5 to 7 births each year. Overall, there were 359 babies named Veroncia during this period."