A 1950s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Valory since 1943
Babies named Valory per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 41 |
| 1950s | 90 |
| 1960s | 51 |
| 1970s | 28 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 22 |
| 2000s | 36 |
| 2010s | 32 |
| 2020s | 34 |
Meaning & origin
Valory is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1943. It reached its peak popularity in 1951, but remains uncommon with a rank of 9457 in 2025 (about 1 in 160,727 births). After decades of low use, its trajectory has been rising since 2012, reflecting a revival of mid-century names. The name is likely a creative variant of Valerie, influenced by the English word 'valor', giving it an uplifting connotation of courage and strength. Though it has no top states or famous bearers, Valory appeals to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name.
Valory is a modern coinage, likely formed as a variant of Valerie or a feminine form of Valerius, influenced by the English word 'valor' meaning courage and strength. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1943, peaking in popularity in 1951. Its usage has been rare but recently rising since 2012.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Val, Vally, Lori
Sibling names for Valory
Names that share Valory's style, for a brother or sister.
