Valdez

Pronunciation: [ v-ald-EHZ ]

Valdez is a boy baby name. Ranked #39,458 in the US, popular nicknames include Val, Vay, and Valie.

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Boy Name #39,458 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Valdez is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced v-ald-EHZ.

Parents who love the name Valdez often also consider Eloyd, Flip, Bryne .

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Historical Record

Valdez first appeared in US Social Security records in 1957.

Over 258 babies have been named Valdez in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Valdez is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,458 for boy names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#39,458
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#39,458
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Val Vay Valie Valdie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Valdez

Is Valdez a boy or girl name?
Valdez is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Valdez?
Valdez is pronounced v-ald-EHZ.
How popular is the name Valdez?
Valdez is currently ranked #39458 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Valdez?
Common nicknames for Valdez include Val, Vay, Valie, and Valdie.
Is Valdez a common or rare name?
Valdez is an uncommon name, ranked #39458 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Valdez?
Valdez pairs well with Eloyd, Flip, Bryne, Alray in style and sound.

About the Name Valdez

Valdez is a boy name .

Valdez is currently ranked #39,458 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Valdez include Val, Vay, Valie, and Valdie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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