Valdez Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationval-DEZ / vælˈdɛzSpanish; Basque
Meaning
Spanish: son of Valdo; Basque: valley
Historical & Cultural Background
The surname Valdez is of Spanish origin, derived from the given name Valdo, which means 'powerful' or 'strong'. It is commonly found in Spanish-speaking countries and among Hispanic communities. The name has historical significance in the context of Spanish colonization and migration, particularly in the Americas.
Trend Summary
The name Valdez has seen moderate popularity in the United States, particularly among Hispanic communities.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Valdez was first seen in the United States in 1957. Valdez has ranked as high as #1061 nationally, which occurred in 1974, and has been most popular in Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Valdez has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Valdez (1976)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1971 | 17 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 21 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 21 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2013 | 5 |