Rising since 1991, #5,208 for boys today.
Popularity of Valerio since 1920
Babies named Valerio per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 28 |
| 1930s | 15 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 45 |
| 1960s | 30 |
| 1970s | 7 |
| 1980s | 63 |
| 1990s | 56 |
| 2000s | 71 |
| 2010s | 70 |
| 2020s | 117 |
Meaning & origin
Valerio is a name with deep roots in Latin antiquity, carrying the powerful meaning of strength and health. In the United States, it has been recorded since 1920, and its use has been slowly but steadily rising since 1991. The name reached its peak popularity in 2024, and in 2025 it ranked #5208, occurring in roughly 1 in 94,893 births. While not among the most common names, its classic sound and strong etymology give it enduring appeal. Valerio offers a less common alternative to the similar Valentino or Valerius, and it pairs well with both traditional and modern sibling names. Its history as a Roman family name and as a saint's name provides a sense of heritage that many families appreciate.
Valerio is the Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese form of the Latin Valerius, a Roman family name derived from valere 'to be strong, healthy, be worthy'. The name was borne by several early saints and has been common across the Romance-language world. In Italy, Valerio has been in continuous use since the Middle Ages and remains a classic choice.
“Valerio” around the world
Where Valerio lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Leo, Val, Vale
Variants: Valério, Valerius, Valère
Sibling names for Valerio
Names that share Valerio's style, for a brother or sister.
