Valeska

“Slavic” — Associated with female strength

Slavic countries origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#6651US 2023

18Births / yr

↓Falling

693All-time births

📅 Since 189300

How to pronounce Valeska

vah·LAY·skuh

/vɑ.ˈleɪ.skə/ · stress on LAY · 3 syllables

“Slavic”

Associated with female strength · Slavic countries origin

What does Valeska mean and where does it come from?

Valeska is derived from the Slavic name 'Veles', the god of earth, waters, and the underworld, and is associated with female strength. The name has seen varying popularity in Eastern Europe and has also been adopted in German-speaking countries. It is sometimes spelled as Valesca and is reflected in

Cultural significance

Valeska has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Slavic countries-speaking communities, where it reflects values of slavic.

Peak popularity

Reached #1648 in 1893 — currently #6651 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Valeska?

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

Valeska Grace

How popular is Valeska right now?

Falling — down 452 spots — currently #6651 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1905–2023#6651 · Top 4.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6651	18	▼ down 452 · -10% births
2022	#6199	20	▼ down 265 · -5% births
2021	#5934	21	▲ up 1566 · +50% births
2020	#7500	14	▲ up 1999 · +27% births
2015	#9499	11	▼ down 3890 · -54% births
2010	#5609	24	stable · +9% births
2005	#5609	22	▲ up 4293 · +144% births
2000	#9902	9	▼ down 2352 · -18% births
1995	#7550	11	▲ up 1004 · +22% births
1990	#8554	9	▼ down 154 · +29% births
1985	#8400	7	▼ down 2031 · -30% births
1980	#6369	10	▲ up 177 · +25% births
1975	#6546	8	▼ down 2425 · +14% births
1925	#4121	7	▼ down 1806 · -46% births
1915	#2315	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Valeska

Best Year1905Rank #2089

Peak Count24

Average Rank#6428

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1905 - 202316 years

The story of Valeska

Valeska has been a beloved American name for over 131 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1893. With 693 total births recorded, Valeska remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2089 in 1905, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6651 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Valeska in 1893:

Mary Anna Ruth Margaret Elizabeth

Valeska by decade

Valeska peaked in the 1890s. See all 1890s names →

Decade	Births
1890s	5
1900s	11
1910s	84
1920s	17
1950s	12
1960s	23
1970s	64
1980s	63
1990s	75
2000s ★	170
2010s	155
2020s	14

💎Valeska has only 693 total recorded births since 1893 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Valeska?

Common

ValValieValyEska

What names sound and feel like Valeska?

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

Valaska

American · Slavic

Aleska

Slavic countries · defender of mankind.

Valeka

American · A beloved name

Valesta

American · {language: English, meaning:

Waleska

Native American · the one who

Yaleska

USA · A modern name

Aneska

Slavic countries · Slavic

Aliska

Slavic countries · defender of mankind

How is Valeska written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Valeska

What does the name Valeska mean?

Valeska means "Slavic" — a name rooted in Slavic countries 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 Valeska?

Valeska is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Valeska have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Valeska?

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

How do you pronounce the name Valeska?

Valeska is a three-syllable name pronounced V AA0 L EY1 S K AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Valeska?

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