Vera Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Vera Name at a Glance

Name	Vera
Meaning	Faith; true.
Origin	Russian
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Vera Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Vera means “Faith; true”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Vera Name Origin

Our database records Vera under Russian origin. Browse more Russian baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Vera a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Vera is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Vera

When considering Vera for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.