"strong, healthy"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
Valarie
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"brave, vigorous"
Origin: Roman Latin
Language: Latin
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The Story of Valarie
Valarie is a variant spelling of Valerie, which comes from the Latin family name Valerius, derived from valere meaning 'to be strong' or 'to be healthy.' The Valerii were one of Rome's oldest patrician families, and the name spread through the Roman Empire. It entered French as Valérie and English as Valerie, with Valarie representing a phonetic variant that became particularly prevalent in the United States during the mid-20th century.
Valerie (and variant Valarie) had its height of popularity in the United States in the 1950s and 1960s. The Steve Winwood song 'Valerie' (1982, re-released 1987) gave the name a musical moment, but it has steadily declined as a baby name as the generation it represents has aged.
Valarie/Valerie represents the strong Latin tradition of names meaning power and health. The Valerius family in Roman history produced senators, consuls, and military commanders, giving the name aristocratic ancient roots despite its everyday Mid-American feel in the 20th century.
Historical Record
Valarie first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 17,411 babies have been named Valarie in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Valarie is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #2,434 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The song 'Valerie' by Steve Winwood (1982) and the later cover by Mark Ronson ft. Amy Winehouse (2007) kept the name in pop culture
- The Roman Valeria Messalina, wife of Emperor Claudius, was one of history's most notorious figures
Valarie in Other Languages
French
Valérie
German
Valerie
Italian
Valeria
Spanish
Valeria
Portuguese
Valéria
Popularity Over Time
#2,434
Current Rank
Rising Fast
Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Valerie Harper
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1939
American actress who won four Emmy Awards for her role as Rhoda Morgenstern on The Mary Tyler Moore Show and its spinoff...
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Valerie Plame
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American CIA operations officer whose covert identity was leaked in 2003, sparking a major political scandal
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #2,434
- Total SSA Count
- 74
- Cultural Origins
- English American French
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Val
Vali
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Frequently Asked Questions About Valarie
What does the name Valarie mean?
"strong, healthy" (from Latin). "brave, vigorous" (from Roman Latin). Valarie is a variant spelling of Valerie, which comes from the Latin family name Valerius, derived from valere meaning 'to be strong' or 'to be healthy.' The Valerii were one of Rome's oldest patrician families, and the name spread through the Roman Empire. It entered French as Valérie and English as Valerie, with Valarie representing a phonetic variant that became particularly prevalent in the United States during the mid-20th century.
What is the origin of the name Valarie?
Valarie has Latin, Roman Latin, English, American, and French origins. In Latin, it means "strong, healthy". In Roman Latin, it means "brave, vigorous".
Is Valarie a boy or girl name?
Valarie is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Valarie?
Valarie is currently ranked #2434 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Valarie?
Common nicknames for Valarie include Val and Vali.
What are good middle names for Valarie?
Popular middle name pairings include Valarie Ann, Valarie Marie, Valarie Jean, Valarie Kay, Valarie Dawn, Valarie Lynn, and Valarie Renée.
What are good sibling names for Valarie?
Names that pair well with Valarie as siblings include Darlene, Rodney, Sharon, Gary, Marcia, Dennis, and Pamela.
How many syllables does Valarie have?
Valarie has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Valarie a common or rare name?
Valarie is an uncommon name, ranked #2434 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Valarie
Valarie is a girl name with English, American, and French origins . The name means "strong, healthy" in Latin .
Valarie is currently ranked #2,434 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Valarie has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Valarie include Val and Vali. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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