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Valeria Girl

Popularity: #157 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

Pronunciationvah-LAY-ree-ah / vɑːˈlɛr.i.ə

Latin; Italian

Meaning

Latin: strong; Italian: healthy

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Valeria has its roots in the Latin word "valere," which means "to be strong" or "to be healthy." This etymology can be traced back to ancient Rome, where the name was used as a feminine form of the masculine name Valerius. The name Valerius itself was derived from the Latin family name Valerius, which was borne by a prominent patrician family in Roman history. As Latin evolved into the Romance languages, Valeria was adopted into various forms across different cultures, eventually making its way into English through Old French during the medieval period.

Historically, the name Valeria has been associated with several notable figures. One of the earliest references can be found in the Roman Empire, where Valeria was a common name among women of the upper classes. In the early Christian era, Saint Valeria, who was martyred in the 3rd century, contributed to the name's significance within Christian communities. The name also appears in various historical texts and documents throughout the Middle Ages, reflecting its enduring presence in European culture.

Culturally, Valeria has been associated with strength and health, reflecting its etymological roots. The name has often been used in literature and art to symbolize resilience and virtue. In addition to its historical significance, Valeria has also inspired various diminutive forms, such as Val or Lera, which have been used in different cultures. The name's rich history and positive connotations have allowed it to maintain a lasting presence in various societies, resonating with themes of strength and vitality.

Trend Summary

Valeria has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Valery
  • Valerija
  • Valeriy

International Variants

  • Valérie (French)
  • Valeria (Spanish)
  • Valerija (Slavic)

Famous people named Valeria

Valeria Golino is an actress and director best known for Rain Man, Hot Shots!, and The Passion of the Christ.

Valeria Bruni Tedeschi is an actress and filmmaker best known for The Last Mitterrand, It's Easier for a Camel..., and A Castle in Italy.

Valeria Lukyanova is a model and internet personality best known for her resemblance to a Barbie doll and her presence on social media.

Fictional characters named Valeria

Valeria is a fictional character from the comic book series Conan the Barbarian. She is a fierce warrior and a love interest of the titular character, Conan.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Valeria was first seen in the United States in 1881. Valeria has ranked as high as #177 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Illinois, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Valeria has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Valeria (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 382
21%
TX 376
21%
FL 236
13%
IL 84
5%
NC 59
3%
GA 55
3%
NY 54
3%
AZ 53
3%
WA 40
2%
NJ 36
2%
NV 33
2%
TN 28
2%
VA 28
2%
MD 27
1%
IN 27
1%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
18818
18826
18836
18849
188513
188611
188715
188815
188915
189016
189115
189221
189317
189432
189529
189622
189725
189842
189924
190033
190126
190228
190324
190441
190544
190643
190735
190841
190945
191060
191175
191291
1913123
1914152
1915173
1916226
1917228
1918243
1919221
1920234
1921202
1922198
1923205
1924212
1925167
1926193
1927202
1928153
1929135
1930137
1931136
1932131
1933122
1934113
1935123
193697
1937115
1938110
193998
194095
194193
194294
1943111
194482
194557
194693
194797
1948127
1949163
1950174
1951160
1952179
1953172
1954186
1955209
1956222
1957186
1958229
1959205
1960177
1961207
1962209
1963183
1964268
1965212
1966192
1967206
1968208
1969190
1970176
1971144
1972122
1973162
1974139
1975157
1976131
197797
1978115
1979101
1980100
1981114
1982146
1983154
1984141
1985224
1986206
1987209
1988224
1989232
1990312
1991366
1992665
1993885
1994789
1995865
1996855
1997967
19981,032
19991,059
20001,423
20011,589
20021,638
20031,736
20041,959
20052,429
20063,730
20073,412
20084,206
20094,091
20103,116
20112,540
20122,144
20131,816
20141,892
20151,977
20162,038
20171,890
20181,989
20191,989
20201,816
20211,814
20221,997
20231,866
20241,865