Holding steady.
Popularity of Valmore since 1911
Babies named Valmore per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1919, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Valmore's real moment was 1911.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 65 |
| 1920s | 74 |
| 1930s | 40 |
| 1940s | 18 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Valmore is a rare and distinctive name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1911, its peak year. Since then, it has remained consistently uncommon, with a stable trajectory. The name has never cracked the top 1000, and there are no recorded top states for it, indicating its rarity across the country. Its French etymology suggests a connection to geographical features, evoking a sense of nature and heritage. While not widespread, Valmore offers a unique alternative to more common vintage names, appealing to those seeking something unconventional yet historically grounded.
Valmore is thought to be a locational name derived from Old French elements 'val' (valley) and 'more' (moor or heath), thus 'valley moor'. It may have originated as a surname in medieval France before being adopted as a given name. Its use in the United States dates to the early 20th century, though it has never been common.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Val, Morey
Variants: Valmor
Sibling names for Valmore
Names that share Valmore's style, for a brother or sister.
