Holding steady.
Popularity of Valaria since 1914
Babies named Valaria per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1960, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Valaria's real moment was 1916.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 36 |
| 1920s | 37 |
| 1930s | 10 |
| 1940s | 12 |
| 1950s | 45 |
| 1960s | 74 |
| 1970s | 12 |
| 1980s | 31 |
| 1990s | 15 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Valaria is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1914, with its peak usage in 1916. Since then, it has maintained a stable but extremely low frequency, never reaching the top 1000. As a variant of Valeria, it shares the Latin root valere, meaning 'to be strong'. While Valeria has enjoyed moderate popularity over the centuries, the spelling Valaria remains uncommon, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive twist on a classic name. The name's association with strength and health gives it a positive connotation, and its similarity to the more familiar Valerie offers a touch of familiarity. Given its rarity, a child named Valaria is likely to have a unique name that stands out without being unfamiliar.
Valaria is a variant spelling of Valeria, the feminine form of the Roman family name Valerius, derived from Latin valere meaning 'to be strong, be healthy'. Valeria was common in ancient Rome, and its use spread through early Christian saints. The spelling Valaria appears sporadically in English-speaking countries, particularly in the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Val, Laria
Sibling names for Valaria
Names that share Valaria's style, for a brother or sister.
