Верони́ка
Veroníkafeminine
The English name Veronica is translated into Russian as Верони́ка (Veroníka).
Верони́ка is a feminine given name. The related word вероника refers to the flower of the genus Veronica in a botanical context.
Meaning: female given name (name)
Which one should you use?
While Верони́ка is the standard form, several other versions exist. Vera is a short form, whereas Veronichka and Вероничка serve as affectionate diminutive forms. Additionally, Verochka and Верочка are used as endearing forms.
Related words
How do you pronounce it?
Veroníka
Did you know?
- In traditional Russian naming customs, using the full form Вероника in a casual setting can sound strangely formal or even cold.
- The name Вероника gained popularity in Russia largely through the influence of Western culture and religious iconography rather than ancient Slavic roots.
- While 'Vera' is a common diminutive for Верони́ка, it is also a completely independent and very popular Russian name meaning 'faith'.
Examples in context
- Здравствуйте, меня зовут ВероникаHello, my name is Veronica
- Вероничка, подай мне соль, пожалуйстаVeronichka, can you pass me the salt?
- Меня зовут Верони́ка.Menya zovut Veronika.My name is Veronika.
- Эту книгу купила Верони́ка.Etu knigu kupila Veronika.Veronika bought this book.
- Где сейчас Верони́ка?Gde seychas Veronika?Where is Veronika now?
Example conversation
Two friends are talking at a coffee shop about a mutual friend.
- Андрей AndreyТы видела Верони́ку сегодня?Ty videla Veroniku segodnya?Did you see Veronika today?
- Екатерина EkaterinaНет, я не видела Верони́ку.Net, ya ne videla Veroniku.No, I haven't seen Veronika.
- Андрей AndreyОна должна быть здесь.Ona dolzhna byt' zdes'.She should be here.
- Екатерина EkaterinaМожет, Верони́ка опоздала?Mozhet, Veronika opozdala?Maybe Veronika is late?
Sources
- Wiktionary, “veronica” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
