Veronica latin alteration of Berenice, the spelling influenced by the ecclesiastical Latin phrase vera icon meaning "true image". This was the name of a legendary saint who wiped Jesus' face with a towel and then found his image imprinted upon it. Due to popular stories about her, the name was occasionally used in the Christian world in the Middle Ages.
Saintly namesake: Saint Veronica is remembered in Christian tradition for offering her veil to Jesus on his way to Calvary. She is one of two saints named Veronica. (February 4 · 1st century)
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