Valentino Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationval-en-TEE-no / vɑːlənˈtiːnoʊItalian; Latin
Meaning
Italian: strong; Latin: healthy, vigorous
Historical & Cultural Background
Valentino is derived from the Latin name Valentinus, which is related to the word 'valens,' meaning strong or healthy. The name has been popular in Italy and among Italian-speaking communities. It is often associated with Saint Valentine, a Christian martyr, which has contributed to its romantic connotations. The name has seen various cultural representations, particularly in literature and film.
Trend Summary
Valentino has experienced a steady popularity in the U.S., particularly in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Valentín
- Valentino
International Variants
- Valentín (Spanish)
- Valentino (Italian)
- Valentino (Portuguese)
- Valentyn (Ukrainian)
Famous people named Valentino
Valentino Rossi is a renowned Italian motorcycle racer, known for his multiple World Championships in MotoGP.
Valentino Garavani, commonly known as Valentino, is a famous Italian fashion designer celebrated for his luxury clothing and accessories.
Valentino Khan is an American DJ and music producer recognized for his contributions to electronic dance music.
Valentino Mazzola was an Italian footballer who played for Torino and is remembered as one of the greatest players in the history of Italian football.
Fictional characters named Valentino
Valentino is a character in the animated film 'The Little Prince,' representing themes of love and adventure.
Valentino is a character in the video game 'Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas,' involved in the storyline of gang conflicts.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Valentino was first seen in the United States in 1910. Valentino has ranked as high as #739 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Florida, New York, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Valentino has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Valentino (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 128 | |
| FL | 92 | |
| TX | 77 | |
| NY | 42 | |
| IL | 31 | |
| PA | 24 | |
| VA | 23 | |
| AZ | 21 | |
| NC | 18 | |
| MA | 17 | |
| OH | 17 | |
| NV | 15 | |
| MI | 12 | |
| GA | 12 | |
| WA | 11 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 13 |
| 1915 | 14 |
| 1916 | 21 |
| 1917 | 18 |
| 1918 | 14 |
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1920 | 29 |
| 1921 | 27 |
| 1922 | 28 |
| 1923 | 32 |
| 1924 | 32 |
| 1925 | 43 |
| 1926 | 49 |
| 1927 | 90 |
| 1928 | 49 |
| 1929 | 30 |
| 1930 | 44 |
| 1931 | 30 |
| 1932 | 26 |
| 1933 | 26 |
| 1934 | 18 |
| 1935 | 25 |
| 1936 | 16 |
| 1937 | 17 |
| 1938 | 16 |
| 1939 | 15 |
| 1940 | 13 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 15 |
| 1943 | 20 |
| 1944 | 17 |
| 1945 | 16 |
| 1946 | 22 |
| 1947 | 17 |
| 1948 | 26 |
| 1949 | 24 |
| 1950 | 24 |
| 1951 | 31 |
| 1952 | 37 |
| 1953 | 41 |
| 1954 | 25 |
| 1955 | 36 |
| 1956 | 28 |
| 1957 | 30 |
| 1958 | 34 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 40 |
| 1961 | 46 |
| 1962 | 39 |
| 1963 | 28 |
| 1964 | 46 |
| 1965 | 25 |
| 1966 | 29 |
| 1967 | 35 |
| 1968 | 36 |
| 1969 | 33 |
| 1970 | 31 |
| 1971 | 38 |
| 1972 | 31 |
| 1973 | 37 |
| 1974 | 34 |
| 1975 | 38 |
| 1976 | 46 |
| 1977 | 52 |
| 1978 | 45 |
| 1979 | 32 |
| 1980 | 50 |
| 1981 | 47 |
| 1982 | 61 |
| 1983 | 55 |
| 1984 | 56 |
| 1985 | 63 |
| 1986 | 52 |
| 1987 | 58 |
| 1988 | 60 |
| 1989 | 65 |
| 1990 | 72 |
| 1991 | 74 |
| 1992 | 75 |
| 1993 | 79 |
| 1994 | 66 |
| 1995 | 63 |
| 1996 | 68 |
| 1997 | 84 |
| 1998 | 85 |
| 1999 | 101 |
| 2000 | 88 |
| 2001 | 96 |
| 2002 | 107 |
| 2003 | 86 |
| 2004 | 119 |
| 2005 | 130 |
| 2006 | 194 |
| 2007 | 176 |
| 2008 | 230 |
| 2009 | 298 |
| 2010 | 260 |
| 2011 | 293 |
| 2012 | 274 |
| 2013 | 333 |
| 2014 | 308 |
| 2015 | 376 |
| 2016 | 392 |
| 2017 | 377 |
| 2018 | 397 |
| 2019 | 432 |
| 2020 | 438 |
| 2021 | 506 |
| 2022 | 584 |
| 2023 | 578 |
| 2024 | 690 |