Valentina Girl
Origin(s)
Latin; Italian
Meaning
Latin: strong; Italian: healthy
Historical & Cultural Background
Valentina is derived from the Latin name Valentinus, which means 'strong' or 'healthy'. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Italy and Spanish-speaking countries. The name has historical significance due to its association with Saint Valentine, a Christian martyr. Valentina has been a popular name in various forms across Europe and has gained popularity in the United States in recent years.
Trend Summary
Valentina has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Valentia
- Valentyn
- Valentina
International Variants
- Valentyna (Ukrainian)
- Valentina (Spanish)
- Valentine (French)
Famous people named Valentina
Valentina Tereshkova is a Russian cosmonaut and the first woman to fly in space.
Valentina Shevchenko is a professional mixed martial artist and former Muay Thai champion.
Valentina Matviyenko is a Russian politician who has served as the Chairwoman of the Federation Council.
Valentina Lisitsa is a Ukrainian-American pianist known for her performances and online presence.
Fictional characters named Valentina
Valentina is a character in the animated film 'The Book of Life', known for her adventurous spirit.
Valentina is a character in the video game 'Street Fighter', recognized for her role as a skilled fighter.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Valentina was first seen in the United States in 1897. Valentina has ranked as high as #120 nationally which occurred in 2024 and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Valentina has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Valentina (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 861 | |
| TX | 754 | |
| FL | 586 | |
| NY | 337 | |
| NJ | 216 | |
| AZ | 148 | |
| IL | 141 | |
| NC | 92 | |
| MA | 90 | |
| PA | 84 | |
| VA | 83 | |
| GA | 80 | |
| NV | 66 | |
| WA | 65 | |
| CO | 58 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1901 | 8 |
| 1908 | 9 |
| 1910 | 8 |
| 1911 | 8 |
| 1912 | 12 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 22 |
| 1915 | 17 |
| 1916 | 17 |
| 1917 | 30 |
| 1918 | 27 |
| 1919 | 34 |
| 1920 | 36 |
| 1921 | 29 |
| 1922 | 40 |
| 1923 | 43 |
| 1924 | 29 |
| 1925 | 41 |
| 1926 | 32 |
| 1927 | 32 |
| 1928 | 28 |
| 1929 | 26 |
| 1930 | 39 |
| 1931 | 27 |
| 1932 | 21 |
| 1933 | 29 |
| 1934 | 22 |
| 1935 | 22 |
| 1936 | 16 |
| 1937 | 14 |
| 1938 | 21 |
| 1939 | 16 |
| 1940 | 28 |
| 1941 | 23 |
| 1942 | 26 |
| 1943 | 19 |
| 1944 | 17 |
| 1945 | 25 |
| 1946 | 15 |
| 1947 | 35 |
| 1948 | 29 |
| 1949 | 21 |
| 1950 | 41 |
| 1951 | 44 |
| 1952 | 72 |
| 1953 | 60 |
| 1954 | 58 |
| 1955 | 70 |
| 1956 | 62 |
| 1957 | 81 |
| 1958 | 53 |
| 1959 | 50 |
| 1960 | 66 |
| 1961 | 62 |
| 1962 | 63 |
| 1963 | 95 |
| 1964 | 86 |
| 1965 | 87 |
| 1966 | 91 |
| 1967 | 79 |
| 1968 | 73 |
| 1969 | 69 |
| 1970 | 57 |
| 1971 | 70 |
| 1972 | 65 |
| 1973 | 68 |
| 1974 | 47 |
| 1975 | 67 |
| 1976 | 60 |
| 1977 | 58 |
| 1978 | 56 |
| 1979 | 66 |
| 1980 | 77 |
| 1981 | 90 |
| 1982 | 68 |
| 1983 | 88 |
| 1984 | 62 |
| 1985 | 100 |
| 1986 | 96 |
| 1987 | 114 |
| 1988 | 91 |
| 1989 | 122 |
| 1990 | 135 |
| 1991 | 116 |
| 1992 | 120 |
| 1993 | 184 |
| 1994 | 195 |
| 1995 | 194 |
| 1996 | 203 |
| 1997 | 231 |
| 1998 | 256 |
| 1999 | 269 |
| 2000 | 326 |
| 2001 | 399 |
| 2002 | 427 |
| 2003 | 654 |
| 2004 | 611 |
| 2005 | 657 |
| 2006 | 724 |
| 2007 | 829 |
| 2008 | 1,291 |
| 2009 | 1,584 |
| 2010 | 2,005 |
| 2011 | 2,018 |
| 2012 | 1,904 |
| 2013 | 2,564 |
| 2014 | 2,782 |
| 2015 | 2,751 |
| 2016 | 2,920 |
| 2017 | 3,041 |
| 2018 | 3,436 |
| 2019 | 3,797 |
| 2020 | 3,352 |
| 2021 | 3,466 |
| 2022 | 3,898 |
| 2023 | 4,086 |
| 2024 | 4,438 |