Valencia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationvuh-LEN-see-uh / vəˈlɛn.si.əLatin; Spanish
Meaning
Latin: strong; Spanish: brave
Historical & Cultural Background
Valencia is derived from the Latin word 'valens', meaning strong or vigorous. It is also the name of a city in Spain, known for its rich history and cultural significance. The name has been used in various contexts, including as a place name and a personal name, reflecting both strength and beauty.
Trend Summary
Valencia has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Valentia
- Valencia
International Variants
- Valentia (Spanish)
- Valência (Portuguese)
- Valence (French)
Famous people named Valencia
Valencia James is a notable American artist known for her contemporary paintings.
Valencia R. is a prominent social media influencer recognized for her lifestyle content.
Valencia H. is a celebrated chef who has won multiple culinary awards.
Valencia M. is a respected author known for her contributions to children's literature.
Fictional characters named Valencia
Valencia is a character in the video game 'Fire Emblem: Three Houses', known for her strategic prowess.
Valencia is a character in the novel 'The House of the Seven Gables' by Nathaniel Hawthorne, representing themes of heritage.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Valencia was first seen in the United States in 1919. Valencia has ranked as high as #865 nationally, which occurred in 1970, and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, Florida, California, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Valencia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Valencia (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 26 | |
CA | 13 | |
NJ | 12 | |
FL | 12 | |
NY | 9 | |
VA | 9 | |
WI | 6 | |
OH | 6 | |
IN | 6 | |
MD | 5 | |
IL | 5 | |
UT | 5 | |
MA | 5 | |
WA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1919 | 5 |
1921 | 7 |
1925 | 5 |
1926 | 18 |
1927 | 65 |
1928 | 22 |
1929 | 11 |
1930 | 17 |
1931 | 18 |
1932 | 12 |
1933 | 10 |
1934 | 13 |
1935 | 13 |
1936 | 7 |
1938 | 7 |
1940 | 11 |
1941 | 9 |
1942 | 6 |
1943 | 9 |
1944 | 7 |
1945 | 8 |
1946 | 10 |
1947 | 20 |
1948 | 19 |
1949 | 27 |
1950 | 47 |
1951 | 46 |
1952 | 49 |
1953 | 61 |
1954 | 82 |
1955 | 99 |
1956 | 150 |
1957 | 147 |
1958 | 183 |
1959 | 177 |
1960 | 166 |
1961 | 184 |
1962 | 194 |
1963 | 216 |
1964 | 219 |
1965 | 229 |
1966 | 215 |
1967 | 217 |
1968 | 184 |
1969 | 244 |
1970 | 261 |
1971 | 214 |
1972 | 186 |
1973 | 194 |
1974 | 158 |
1975 | 146 |
1976 | 149 |
1977 | 138 |
1978 | 141 |
1979 | 156 |
1980 | 167 |
1981 | 146 |
1982 | 150 |
1983 | 180 |
1984 | 180 |
1985 | 251 |
1986 | 209 |
1987 | 207 |
1988 | 216 |
1989 | 216 |
1990 | 242 |
1991 | 227 |
1992 | 214 |
1993 | 185 |
1994 | 192 |
1995 | 138 |
1996 | 137 |
1997 | 149 |
1998 | 128 |
1999 | 138 |
2000 | 127 |
2001 | 130 |
2002 | 126 |
2003 | 121 |
2004 | 106 |
2005 | 107 |
2006 | 126 |
2007 | 116 |
2008 | 113 |
2009 | 108 |
2010 | 101 |
2011 | 116 |
2012 | 92 |
2013 | 91 |
2014 | 95 |
2015 | 105 |
2016 | 114 |
2017 | 129 |
2018 | 122 |
2019 | 174 |
2020 | 152 |
2021 | 163 |
2022 | 200 |
2023 | 180 |
2024 | 183 |