A 1970s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Valina since 1917
Babies named Valina per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1964, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Valina's real moment was 1975.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 0 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 10 |
| 1960s | 29 |
| 1970s | 25 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 16 |
| 2000s | 11 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 21 |
Meaning & origin
Valina is a rare and delicate name that saw its peak popularity in 1975, when it first appeared on the U.S. Social Security records in 1917. Although its trajectory has been rising since 2020, it remains uncommon, with a 1-in-229,610 frequency in 2025. The name's revival in the 1970s decade aligns with a broader trend of vintage and romantic Italian-inspired names. Given its obscurity, no top states recorded significant usage. Valina's etymology links it to the Latin root for strength, yet the name itself feels soft and feminine. Parents drawn to names like Valentina but seeking something more distinctive may appreciate Valina's understated charm and history.
Valina likely emerged as a short form or variant of Valentina, the feminine form of the Roman name Valentinus, derived from the Latin 'valens' meaning 'strong, vigorous.' It may also have connections to the Roman family name Valerius. The name has been used in Italian and Spanish-speaking communities, though it remains uncommon.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Val, Lina, Vally
Sibling names for Valina
Names that share Valina's style, for a brother or sister.
