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vera

VEER-ruh

Vera (name) means a female given name of Russian origin. Example: “Her grandmother was named Vera.”

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A female given name of Russian origin.
"Her grandmother was named Vera."

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Etymology

From Vera Lynn.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “vera” mean?

The word “vera” means a female given name of Russian origin.

How do you pronounce “vera”?

“Vera” is pronounced VEER-ruh (/ˈvɪɹə/ in IPA).

How do you use “vera” in a sentence?

Here is “vera” used in a sentence: “Her grandmother was named Vera.”

What part of speech is “vera”?

“Vera” is a name.

Is “vera” a common word?

“Vera” is an uncommon word in modern English.

Is Vera a common name?

Vera is a traditional name that has been used across Russia, Eastern Europe, and English-speaking countries for many generations, and it remains a recognizable, though not overly common, given name today.

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