Kimberly vs Valerie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Valerie

Girl #147 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"strong, healthy, from the Latin valere"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

French English American Latin

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#147
Total SSA Count
1,985
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Val, Valli

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Kimberly Rank #247
Valerie Rank #147

Valerie is more popular, ranked #147 vs #247 for Kimberly.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kimberly ___

  • Kimberly Ann
  • Kimberly Marie
  • Kimberly Grace
  • Kimberly Nicole
  • Kimberly Lee
  • Kimberly Renee

Valerie ___

  • Valerie Anne
  • Valerie Rose
  • Valerie Elizabeth
  • Valerie Marie
  • Valerie Jane
  • Valerie Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kimberly

Beverly Brittany Whitney Jennifer Tyler

If you choose Valerie

Vivienne Genevieve Dominic Julian Beatrice

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kimberly or Valerie more popular?

Valerie is more popular, ranked #147 compared to Kimberly at #247 in the United States.

What do Kimberly and Valerie mean?

Kimberly means "royal fortress meadow" (Old English origin). Valerie means "strong, healthy, from the Latin valere" (Latin origin).

Are Kimberly and Valerie boy or girl names?

Kimberly is primarily a girl name. Valerie is primarily a girl name.

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