Valeria
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
78,318 Total Births
145 Years of Data
2008 Peak Popularity Year
4,212 Peak Births

Valeria Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Valeria is a name of Latin origin meaning strong or valiant, derived from the Roman name Valerius. It has evolved through various forms in different languages and has been popular since ancient times. The name is often associated with strength and femininity, and it does not have specific biblical relevance. Today, it is regarded as an elegant choice, with notable bearers in various fields.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Valeria"

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Pronunciation

/vəˈlɛəriə/

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Origin

Latin

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Etymology

The name Valeria is derived from the Latin name 'Valerius', which means 'strong' or 'valiant'. It was used as a feminine form of Valerius.

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Meaning

strong, valiant

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Language Evolution

Valerius (Latin), Valeria (Latin), Valérie (French), Valeria (Italian, Spanish)

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Historical Usage

The name Valeria gained popularity in the Roman Empire and has remained in use throughout the centuries, particularly in various European countries.

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Variants & Derivatives

Valérie, Valery, Vala, Valaire

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Modern Popularity & Image

Today, Valeria is perceived as a sophisticated and elegant name, often associated with strength and femininity.

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Famous People

Valeria Golino - Italian actress, Valeria Lukyanova - Ukrainian model, Valeria Bruni Tedeschi - Italian actress and director

📊 Valeria Name Trend Analysis

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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Rising
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

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

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✨ Valeria Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 4,212 peak births in 2008

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 45 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Valeria" - Complete Guide (2 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Valeria". These names share the same pronunciation but may have different spellings, offering alternative options for parents seeking similar-sounding names. Whether you're looking for American or British pronunciation variations, this comprehensive guide includes 2 carefully curated names that maintain the same phonetic sound.

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Valeria"

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 of "Valeria"

"Valeria" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 9637th of 16616 36
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 11055th of 24088 69
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 486th of 9107 3,532
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 673rd of 9204 2,002
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 721st of 12526 3,446
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 874th of 19264 2,452
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 554th of 27321 6,387
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 146th of 35406 37,071
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 150th of 30306 22,949

Regional Popularity of "Valeria" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - 64.02%
3325th/5194
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Valeria" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
23.80%
337th/1416
25.96%
358th/1379
32.50%
769th/2366
100.00%
1142nd/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
34.41%
532nd/1546
37.47%
583rd/1556
36.63%
862nd/2353
94.96%
1469th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
32.38%
721st/2227
36.58%
889th/2430
18.79%
536th/2853
42.20%
1171st/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
36.67%
1077th/2937
36.86%
1284th/3483
17.99%
633rd/3518
28.78%
1164th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
35.52%
1309th/3685
23.13%
1035th/4475
9.49%
493rd/5194
5.60%
354th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
6.59%
302nd/4582
7.11%
367th/5164
1.98%
145th/7313
0.88%
66th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
7.88%
314th/3984
7.20%
323rd/4487
2.04%
139th/6822
1.43%
90th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Valeria"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Valeria" 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 of "Valeria" in the United States

The name Valeria is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Valeria has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Valeria' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9637th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11055th out of 24088 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 486th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 673rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 721st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 874th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 554th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 146th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 150th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Valeria' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Valeria name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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