Veronica is a charming and elegant given name of Latin origin, derived from the male name Veronica, which was traditionally given to girls who were named after Saint Veronica. The name gained popularity during the Middle Ages due to its association with the saint, who is believed to have offered her veil to Jesus Christ to wipe his face on his way to the crucifixion. Legend has it that an image of Christ's face became miraculously imprinted on the veil, resulting in the name Veronica being associated with the concept of a true image or "true icon." The name Veronica is often interpreted as meaning "she who brings victory" or "victory-bearer," due to its association with the Latin words "verus" (true) and "nomen" (name). Today, Veronica remains a popular choice for parents seeking a distinctive yet timeless name for their daughters.
The name Veronia appears to have been more popular during certain periods than others, with a notable spike in popularity between the years 1963 and 1984, particularly reaching its peak in 1982 with 14 births recorded that year. Prior to this period, the name's usage was quite inconsistent, with most years seeing fewer than 10 births. Post-1984, there is a significant decrease in the number of Veronias born each year, with some years not recording any births at all (as seen in 2018). Overall, over the span of these years, there were a total of 285 babies named Veronia.