Valeria
Meaning: Strong, healthy
Origin: Latin/Italian
Gender: Girl
Rank in Italy: #65
Total births: 17,596
History: Feminine of Valerio, from Latin 'valere.' Valeria Messalina was a notorious Roman empress, and the name maintains its ancient patrician elegance.
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| Current rank (2024) | #119 |
| Babies named Valeria in 2024 | 169 |
| Total recorded in Italy | 17,596 |
| Peak year | 1999 (1,615 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #35 |
| Years in records | 1999–2024 (25 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 11 spots |
Frequently asked about Valeria
What does the name Valeria mean?
Valeria means “Strong, healthy” from Latin/Italian roots.
What is the origin of the name Valeria?
Valeria has Latin/Italian origin. The traditional meaning is “Strong, healthy”.
How popular is Valeria in Italy?
Valeria ranked #119 in Italy in 2024 — given to 169 babies that year.
When was Valeria most popular?
Valeria peaked in 1999 with 1,615 babies registered that year in Italy.
Is Valeria a boy or girl name?
Valeria is predominantly a girls' name in Italy — over 90% of Valerias in registered births are female.
Is the name Valeria rising or falling in popularity?
Valeria has fallen 11 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Italy — from #108 in 2019 to #119 in 2024.
How long has Valeria been recorded in Italy?
Valeria appears in birth records in Italy across 25 years — from 1999 through 2024.