Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Valentina is a name of Latin origin meaning 'strong' or 'healthy'. It evolved from the Latin 'Valentinus' and has been used since the Roman Empire. The name conveys traits of strength and elegance, and while it has no biblical significance, it remains popular in modern times.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/vælənˈtiːnə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Valentina is derived from the Latin name 'Valentinus', which comes from the root 'valens', meaning 'strong' or 'healthy'.
Meaning
strong, healthy
Language Evolution
Valentinus, Valentina
Historical Usage
Valentina gained popularity in the Roman Empire, particularly during the 3rd century, and has been used widely in various cultures since then.
Variants & Derivatives
Valentia, Valentijn, Valentina
Modern Popularity & Image
Valentina is perceived as a romantic and elegant name, often associated with strength and beauty, and remains popular in many cultures today.
Famous People
Valentina Tereshkova, the first woman to fly in space, Valentina Matviyenko, a prominent Russian politician
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 4,438 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 45 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 22197th of 24088 | 7 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1531st of 9107 | 484 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1687th of 9204 | 419 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1384th of 12526 | 1,063 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1497th of 19264 | 1,090 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1274th of 27321 | 1,978 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 352nd of 35406 | 14,185 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 81st of 30306 | 40,531 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
71.36% 984th/1379 |
47.34% 1120th/2366 |
70.23% 802nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
94.15% 1465th/1556 |
42.97% 1011th/2353 |
84.16% 1302nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
61.34% 1366th/2227 |
42.72% 1038th/2430 |
46.93% 1339th/2853 |
36.97% 1026th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
56.11% 1648th/2937 |
43.93% 1530th/3483 |
45.22% 1591st/3518 |
26.21% 1060th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
42.28% 1558th/3685 |
20.13% 901st/4475 |
27.07% 1406th/5194 |
15.80% 998th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
16.46% 754th/4582 |
4.74% 245th/5164 |
4.54% 332nd/7313 |
4.46% 333rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
6.02% 240th/3984 |
1.14% 51st/4487 |
1.11% 76th/6822 |
0.89% 56th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Florida across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 22197th out of 24088 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1531st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1687th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1384th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1497th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1274th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 352nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 81st out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
