Valary

“strength, valor” — Associated with the traditional name

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1602US 2023

598Births / yr

→Stable

88All-time births

📅 Since 194900

How to pronounce Valary

val-ə-ree

/val-ə-ree/ · · 3 syllables

“strength, valor”

Associated with the traditional name · American origin

What does Valary mean and where does it come from?

Valary is an uncommon variation of the name Valerie, which is derived from the Latin 'Valeria', meaning 'strong' or 'healthy'. The name Valary may have emerged to create a unique identity while retaining the connotations of strength associated with the traditional name. It can be found primarily in

Cultural significance

Valary has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of strength, valor.

Peak popularity

Reached #4546 in 1964 — currently #1602 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Valary?

Valary works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Valary Grace

How popular is Valary right now?

Holding steady — currently #1602 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#1602 · Top 1.2%

1980

2005

2010

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1602	598	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1607	578	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2021	#1612	548	▲ up 13606 · +9033% births
2010	#15218	6	▲ up 1601 · +20% births
2005	#16819	5	▼ down 5988
1980	#10831	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Valary

Best Year2023Rank #1602

Peak Count598

Average Rank#7948

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1980 - 20236 years

The story of Valary

Valary entered American naming records in 1949 and has been in use for over 75 years. With 88 total births recorded, Valary remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10831 in 1980 to #1602 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Valary in 1964:

Lisa Mary Susan Karen Patricia

Valary by decade

Valary peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1940s	5
1950s	5
1960s ★	20
1970s	10
1980s	15
1990s	12
2000s	15
2010s	6

💎Valary has only 88 total recorded births since 1949 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Valary?

ENGLISH

Val

GERMAN

Valeska

RUSSIAN

Lera

UKRAINIAN

Lera

What names sound and feel like Valary?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Valary also consider these

Dalary

American · From the valley

Valory

American · English

Valari

American · to be strong,

Valery

France · Latin

Jamary

American · Having a creative

Damary

American · An elaboration of

How is Valary written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Valary

What does the name Valary mean?

Valary means "strength, valor" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Valary?

Valary is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Valary?

Valary originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Valary?

Valary pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Valary a common or rare name?

Valary is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.