Valen Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationVAL-en / ˈvæl.ənLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: strong; English: brave
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Valen is derived from the Latin word 'valens', meaning strong or powerful. It has been used in various cultures, often associated with valor and bravery. In modern times, it has gained popularity as a unique name choice for boys.
Trend Summary
Valen has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Val
- Valen
International Variants
- Valentino (Italian)
- Valentin (Spanish)
- Valentinus (Latin)
Famous people named Valen
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Valen was first seen in the United States in 1959. Valen has ranked as high as #1274 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Valen has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Valen (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 11 | |
| TX | 9 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| MI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 20 |
| 2007 | 25 |
| 2008 | 26 |
| 2009 | 37 |
| 2010 | 32 |
| 2011 | 28 |
| 2012 | 48 |
| 2013 | 39 |
| 2014 | 54 |
| 2015 | 49 |
| 2016 | 64 |
| 2017 | 73 |
| 2018 | 74 |
| 2019 | 69 |
| 2020 | 67 |
| 2021 | 77 |
| 2022 | 83 |
| 2023 | 102 |
| 2024 | 98 |