Valdez
Pronunciation: [ v-ald-EHZ ]
Valdez is a boy baby name. Ranked #39,458 in the US, popular nicknames include Val, Vay, and Valie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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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 .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,458
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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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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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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