Valentina

Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
59,768 Total Births
145 Years of Data
2024 Peak Popularity Year
4,438 Peak Births

Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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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

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Pronunciation

/vælənˈtiːnə/

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Origin

Latin

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Etymology

The name Valentina is derived from the Latin name 'Valentinus', which comes from the root 'valens', meaning 'strong' or 'healthy'.

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Meaning

strong, healthy

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Language Evolution

Valentinus, Valentina

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Historical Usage

Valentina gained popularity in the Roman Empire, particularly during the 3rd century, and has been used widely in various cultures since then.

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Variants & Derivatives

Valentia, Valentijn, Valentina

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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.

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Famous People

Valentina Tereshkova, the first woman to fly in space, Valentina Matviyenko, a prominent Russian politician

📊 Trend Analysis

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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Rising
25-Year Trend: Consistently Rising
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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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Key Insights

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 4,438 peak births in 2024

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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

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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.

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