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Valentin Boy

Popularity: #601 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

Pronunciationval-en-TEEN / /vælənˈtiːn/

Latin; French; Russian

Meaning

Latin: strong; healthy

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Valentin has its roots in the Latin word "valens," which means "strong" or "healthy." This term evolved into the name Valentinus in Late Latin, which was used in the Roman Empire. The name made its way into various languages, including Old French as "Valentin," before being adopted into English. The transition into English occurred during the Middle Ages, influenced by the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, which brought many Latin-derived names into the English-speaking world.

Historically, the name Valentin is most notably associated with Saint Valentine, a Christian martyr who is believed to have died around 269 AD. His feast day, celebrated on February 14, became a significant occasion in the Christian calendar, and over the centuries, it evolved into a day associated with romantic love. The stories surrounding Saint Valentine, including his acts of defiance against Roman Emperor Claudius II, contributed to the name's enduring legacy. The name was also popularized through various literary works, including Geoffrey Chaucer's poetry in the 14th century, which linked the day of Saint Valentine to courtly love.

Culturally, the name Valentin has been embraced in various traditions, often symbolizing love and strength. In many cultures, it is associated with the ideals of loyalty and devotion, reflecting the characteristics attributed to its etymological roots. The name has also given rise to diminutive forms such as Val or Valentino, which carry similar connotations of affection and endearment. Overall, Valentin has maintained a significant presence in both religious and cultural contexts, symbolizing enduring values throughout history.

Trend Summary

Valentin has seen a steady presence in the U.S. but remains less common compared to similar names.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Valentyn
  • Valentino

International Variants

  • Valentin (German)
  • Valentín (Spanish)
  • Valentyn (Ukrainian)
  • Valentino (Italian)

Famous people named Valentin

Valentin Chmerkovskiy is a dancer and choreographer best known for Dancing with the Stars, So You Think You Can Dance, and his work on Broadway.

Valentin Pavlov is a scientist best known for his research in the field of chemistry and contributions to the development of new materials.

Valentin V. Kolesnik is a physicist best known for his work in theoretical physics and contributions to quantum mechanics.

Fictional characters named Valentin

Valentin is a fictional character from the film The Brothers Bloom. He is one of the two con artist brothers who orchestrate elaborate schemes throughout the story.

Valentin is a fictional character from the video game series Fire Emblem. He is a prominent character in the game Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War, known for his noble lineage and role in the political intrigue of the narrative.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Valentin was first seen in the United States in 1912. Valentin has ranked as high as #987 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, Arizona, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Valentin has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Valentin (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 79
29%
TX 72
26%
AZ 21
8%
FL 21
8%
WA 14
5%
IL 14
5%
GA 12
4%
NY 9
3%
NC 9
3%
WI 7
3%
NV 5
2%
OK 5
2%
OR 5
2%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19128
191311
191412
191517
19166
191717
191816
191916
192018
192115
192221
192322
192428
192524
192633
192738
192828
192928
193030
193128
193231
193327
193446
193528
193630
193720
193831
193929
194027
194121
194234
194334
194417
194535
194628
194738
194836
194940
195061
195144
195236
195337
195449
195533
195647
195748
195850
195942
196043
196151
196243
196347
196457
196545
196648
196748
196850
196963
197060
197159
197256
197374
197464
197569
197688
197766
197864
197971
198095
1981117
198285
198391
198495
198586
198683
198793
198884
1989119
1990131
1991134
1992116
1993124
1994153
1995135
1996146
1997167
1998141
1999167
2000160
2001153
2002149
2003180
2004163
2005184
2006212
2007404
2008380
2009319
2010273
2011206
2012231
2013237
2014212
2015232
2016271
2017229
2018265
2019269
2020309
2021291
2022315
2023374
2024343