vera
|ve/ra|
B2
/ˈvɛrə/
faith, aloe plant
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Vera' originates from Russian, specifically the word 'вера', where 'вера' meant 'faith'.
Historical Evolution
'вера' transformed into the English name 'Vera' and is used as a given name.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'faith', but over time it evolved into a common female given name.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a female given name, derived from the Russian word for 'faith'.
Vera is a popular name in many Slavic countries.
Noun 2
a genus of plants in the family Asphodelaceae, commonly known as aloe vera.
Aloe vera is often used in skincare products for its soothing properties.
Last updated: 2025/07/21 03:09