Weronika Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: veh-ROH-nee-kah /vɛˈrɔ.ni.kɑ/
Origin: Polish; Slavic
Meaning: Polish: victory bringer; Slavic: to conquer
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Weronika is of Slavic origin, derived from the Latin name "Veronica," which itself comes from the Greek "Berenikē" (Βερονίκη), meaning "bringer of victory." The name Veronica was historically associated with a legendary figure in Christian tradition, who is said to have wiped the face of Jesus on his way to crucifixion, resulting in the imprint of his face on her cloth. This association contributed to the name's spread throughout Christian Europe, particularly during the Middle Ages.
The name entered the English language through the Latin form, becoming popularized in the context of Christian hagiography and art. The earliest recorded use of the name Veronica in English dates back to the 12th century, with references appearing in various religious texts and artworks.
The name was notably included in the Golden Legend, a collection of hagiographies compiled by Jacobus de Voragine in the 13th century, which further solidified its place in Christian culture. Culturally, Weronika and its variants have been embraced in various Slavic countries, where it is often associated with virtues of strength and resilience, reflecting its etymological roots.
The name has been linked to various saints, particularly Saint Veronica, commemorated on July 12 in the Western Christian calendar. This connection to a saint has imbued the name with a sense of reverence and significance in religious contexts.
Additionally, diminutive forms such as "Vera" have emerged, further enriching the name's cultural tapestry while maintaining its core associations with victory and faith.
Famous people named Weronika
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Weronika Rosati is an actress best known for Pitbull, The Last Witness, and The Art of Loving.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Weronika was first seen in the United States in 1993.
Weronika has ranked as high as #9254 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in Illinois, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Weronika has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Weronika is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Weronika was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Weronika.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 6 | 6 |
| 2020 | 5 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 | 6 |
| 2016 | 7 | 7 |
| 2013 | 11 | 11 |
| 2012 | 12 | 12 |
| 2011 | 12 | 12 |
| 2010 | 18 | 18 |
| 2009 | 11 | 11 |
| 2008 | 12 | 12 |
| 2007 | 22 | 22 |
| 2006 | 24 | 24 |
| 2005 | 20 | 20 |
| 2004 | 12 | 12 |
| 2003 | 16 | 16 |
| 2002 | 15 | 15 |
| 2001 | 13 | 13 |
| 2000 | 16 | 16 |
| 1999 | 17 | 17 |
| 1998 | 10 | 10 |
| 1997 | 9 | 9 |
| 1996 | 8 | 8 |
| 1995 | 7 | 7 |
| 1993 | 9 | 9 |
Top States for Weronika (2013)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 6 |