Valerie
v(a)-le-rie
US Popularity:349
Origin:French
Meaning:healthy; strong
Long before Valerie caressed the world over from Amy Winehouse's melodic rendition, the feminine name held its own as a French variant of Valeria. Formed from the Latin word valere, with additional connections to German and Italian, which means "to be healthy" or "strong," Valerie bears a striking resemblance to the word valor. Indeed, strength and courage are the beating heart of Valerie—elements only improved by the 3rd-century martyr, St. Valerie. It is said her conviction was so strong that upon beheading, she carried her own head back to the bishop. Truly a powerful name to bestow upon any burgeoning leader or revolutionary mind.
Valerie Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Valerie is currently #320 on The Bump
Girl:Valerie is currently #139 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Valerie is currently #349 in U.S. births
Girl:Valerie is currently #111 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#349
in 2022
+ 25
from 2021
Sources
Online Etymology Dictionary, Valerie
House of Names, Valerie History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky
Behind the Name, Sage July 2018
Name Doctor, Valerie
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