Veronica, derived from the Latin 'vera icona', meaning 'true image' or 'faithful portrait', is a timeless and elegant female given name. Pronounced as /vəˈrɒnɪkə/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet, it consists of two syllables, with equal stress on each syllable. The name Veronica has been popular throughout history, often attributed to its connection with Saint Veronica, who is believed to have wiped Jesus' face with her veil as he carried the cross. However, its usage predates this association, having been used by the ancient Romans. Today, Veronica continues to be a beloved name worldwide, appearing in various forms such as Veronika and Veronique.
The name Veronica saw a steady increase in popularity between 1975 and 1986, with the highest number of births occurring in 1984 and 1986 at eight each. Despite a dip to five births in 1985, it rebounded again to six in 1990. Overall, there were forty-four girls named Veronica born during these years.