Girl Name · Greek Origin
Veronica
Veronica is a girl baby name of Greek origin, meaning "True image". It currently sits in the Top 500 tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Veronica often also consider Veronika.
Veronica meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: True image
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Veronica to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Veronica as V·E·R·O·N·I·C·A, with 8 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Veronica is familiar without being overly common in the Top 500 tier.
Veronica variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Veronicaa, Veronicae, Veronicay, Veronic.
- Nicknames: Vero and V.
- Middle names: Pair Veronica with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Veronica middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Veronika, Vernice, Vernessa, Veronique, Vernie — full picks on the sibling names for Veronica guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Veronica? Browse our names like Veronica guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Veronica
What does the name Veronica mean?
Veronica means "True image" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Veronica?
Veronica originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Veronica?
Veronica has 8 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Veronica a boy's or girl's name?
Veronica is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Veronica in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Veronica sits in the Top 500 tier — familiar without being overly common.
What names are similar to Veronica?
Names that share Veronica's sound and style include Veronika, Vernice, Vernessa, Veronique, Vernie.
What middle names pair well with Veronica?
Good middle-name fits for Veronica pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Veronica is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Veronica is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Veronica?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Veronica share its rhythm without rhyming — Veronika, Vernice, Vernessa all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.