"faith"
Origin: Russian/Slavic
Language: Russian
Vera
Pronunciation: [ v-EHR-uh ]
Girl Name
#226 Most Popular
Rising
2 Syllables
Faith and truth in two perfect syllables
Russian
English
Spanish
Italian
Slavic
Vintage
Elegant
Sophisticated
Minimalist
Classic
Meaning & Origin
"truth, genuine"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
The Story of Vera
Vera has two beautiful origins that converge in meaning. From Latin, 'vera' means 'true' or 'genuine' (as in 'veritas'). In Russian and Slavic languages, Vera (Вера) means 'faith' — one of the three great Christian virtues alongside Hope (Nadezhda) and Love (Lyubov). Russian parents often named daughters Vera, Nadezhda, and Lyubov as a set. The name was widely used in Imperial Russia and spread through European aristocracy.
Vera was extremely popular in the early 20th century, then declined mid-century, and has staged a beautiful revival in the 2010s. Fashion designer Vera Wang, Dame Vera Lynn (Forces' Sweetheart WWII singer), and the TV series Vera (British crime drama) have all kept the name in cultural view. It now fits perfectly with the vintage revival trend alongside Iris, Hazel, and Mabel.
Dame Vera Lynn became the ultimate symbol of British wartime resilience with songs like 'We'll Meet Again.' In Russia, Vera is considered one of the holiest names — the Feast of Sts. Vera, Nadezhda, and Lyubov is celebrated on September 30. The name carries both spiritual depth and unimpeachable elegance.
Fun Facts
- Dame Vera Lynn's 'We'll Meet Again' became the defining anthem of World War II in Britain
- Vera Wang (born 1949) is one of the most influential bridal designers in history
- In Russian, Vera is one of three sister names with the three theological virtues: Vera (faith), Nadezhda (hope), Lyubov (love)
Vera in Other Languages
French
Véra
German
Vera
Italian
Vera
Russian
Вера
Serbian
Вера
Spanish
Vera
Portuguese
Vera
Famous People Named Vera
V
Vera Wang
Artist
1949
American fashion designer and bridal wear icon whose gowns have dressed celebrities and royalty worldwide
D
Dame Vera Lynn
Musician
1917
British singer dubbed the 'Forces' Sweetheart,' whose 'We'll Meet Again' became the anthem of World War II
V
Vera (TV Series) Fictional
Other
Protagonist Detective Chief Inspector Vera Stanhope of the British ITV crime drama, played by Brenda Blethyn
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #226
- Total SSA Count
- 1,351
- Cultural Origins
- Russian English Spanish Italian Slavic
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Pairs Well With
Vera Rose
Vera Louise
Vera Grace
Vera Mae
Vera Jane
Vera Claire
Vera Elise
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Vera is also used as a boy name, ranked #29374.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Vera
What does the name Vera mean?
"faith" (from Russian/Slavic). "truth, genuine" (from Latin). Vera has two beautiful origins that converge in meaning. From Latin, 'vera' means 'true' or 'genuine' (as in 'veritas'). In Russian and Slavic languages, Vera (Вера) means 'faith' — one of the three great Christian virtues alongside Hope (Nadezhda) and Love (Lyubov). Russian parents often named daughters Vera, Nadezhda, and Lyubov as a set. The name was widely used in Imperial Russia and spread through European aristocracy.
What is the origin of the name Vera?
Vera has Russian/Slavic, Latin, Russian, English, Spanish, Italian, and Slavic origins. In Russian/Slavic, it means "faith". In Latin, it means "truth, genuine".
Is Vera a boy or girl name?
Vera is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #226. As a boy name, it is ranked #29374. Vera is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Vera?
Vera is pronounced v-EHR-uh.
How popular is the name Vera?
Vera is currently ranked #226 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Vera?
Popular middle name pairings include Vera Rose, Vera Louise, Vera Grace, Vera Mae, Vera Jane, Vera Claire, and Vera Elise.
What are good sibling names for Vera?
Names that pair well with Vera as siblings include Hugo, Felix, Iris, Cora, Otto, Mina, Anton, and Lena.
How many syllables does Vera have?
Vera has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Vera a common or rare name?
Vera is a popular name, ranked #226 for girls. It is well-known without being overused.
About the Name Vera
Vera is a girl name with Russian, English, Spanish, Italian, and Slavic origins . The name means "faith" in Russian/Slavic .
Is Vera a boy or girl name? Vera is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #226 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #29,374. Vera is more commonly used as a girl name.
Vera is currently ranked #226 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Vera has 2 syllables and is pronounced v-EHR-uh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Vera include Veronica, Verity, Veronika, Verena, Verna . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.