Girl · 6394th of 35,406
Vallerie
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
1,122
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2009
Peak Popularity Year
31
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Vallerie stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Vallerie is a name of Latin origin, derived from 'Valerius', meaning strong or valiant. The name has evolved through historical forms including Valeri and has gained popularity in the 20th century. It is associated with traits of strength and elegance, and it does not have biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈvæləri/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Vallerie is derived from the Latin name 'Valerius', which means 'strong' or 'valiant'. It is often associated with the Latin word 'valere', meaning 'to be strong'.
Meaning
strong, valiant
Language Evolution
Valerius (Latin), Valeri (Old French), Vallerie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Vallerie gained popularity in the 20th century as a variation of the name Valerie, which has been used since the Middle Ages in various forms.
Variants & Derivatives
Valerie, Valery, Vallie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Vallerie is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with strength and femininity.
Famous People
Vallerie D. Smith, an American artist, Vallerie A. McGowan, an American politician
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 31 peak births in 2009
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 4 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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
Full popularity table across American generations 6 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8072nd of 9204 | 10 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2578th of 12526 | 365 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4903rd of 19264 | 177 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6926th of 27321 | 173 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6394th of 35406 | 299 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11212th of 30306 | 98 |