Veronica: meaning, definitions and examples
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veronica
[ vəˈrɒnɪkə ]
name, flower
Veronica is a feminine given name derived from the Latin word 'vera', meaning 'truth'. It has historical significance as a Christian name, associated with Saint Veronica, who is said to have wiped Jesus' face with a cloth on his way to crucifixion. Additionally, Veronica refers to a genus of flowering plants in the family Plantaginaceae, known for their beautiful blue flowers. The name has variations in many languages, including Véronique in French and Berenice in Greek. In modern times, Veronica is a popular name in various cultures.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Veronica was the name of my grandmother.
- She planted veronica flowers in her garden.
- Saint Veronica is celebrated in various Christian traditions.
Translations
Translations of the word "veronica" in other languages:
🇵🇹 verônica
🇮🇳 वेरोनिका
🇩🇪 Veronica
🇮🇩 Veronica
🇺🇦 вероніка
🇵🇱 weronika
- wrotycz
- weronika (imię)
🇯🇵 ベロニカ
🇫🇷 véronique
🇪🇸 verónica
🇹🇷 Veronica
🇰🇷 베로니카
🇸🇦 فيرونيكا
🇨🇿 veronika
🇸🇰 veronika
🇨🇳 维罗尼卡
🇸🇮 veronika
🇮🇸 veronika
🇰🇿 Вероника
🇬🇪 ვერონიკა
🇦🇿 veronika
🇲🇽 verónica
Etymology
The name Veronica originated from the Latin term 'Vera Icon', meaning 'True Image'. It became associated with a legendary figure in Christian tradition, where Saint Veronica is said to have offered her veil to Jesus Christ to dry his face during his crucifixion. This act of compassion led to the name being used more widely among Christians. Over the centuries, Veronica has been adopted in various cultures and languages. The flowering plant genus named Veronica was named in honor of Saint Veronica, recognizing the beauty and resilience associated with both the name and the flowers. As a popular name, it experienced variability in spelling and pronunciation in different regions, solidifying its place in both historical and modern contexts.