Valerie

Girl's name

Valerie is of Latin origin, derived from the word "valere" meaning "to be strong" or "to be healthy."

Meaning Strong
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 1,985
Peak year 1959

Appears In These Collections

Names Starting With V

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Valerie Bertinelli - Actress, "One Day at a Time"
  • Valerie Harper - Actress, "Rhoda"
  • Valerie Solanas - Feminist, "SCUM Manifesto"
  • Valerie Jarrett - Politician, Senior Advisor to President Obama
  • Valerie Plame - CIA officer, exposed in leak scandal

Sisters for Valerie

Girl names closely related to Valerie

Luna Jasmine Gianna Emily Mia Jade Samantha Leila

Brothers for Valerie

Boy names closely related to Valerie

Alex Nathan Aaron Andy Alexander Nikolai Nikolas Matteo

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Valerie

Durell Ikaika Val Valarie Valeria Valery Valorie

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