Valorie

“value, worth”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#4645US 2023

30Births / yr

↓Falling

7.4kAll-time births

📅 Since 191600.01% of births at peak

How to pronounce Valorie

val-ə-ree

/val-ə-ree/ · · 3 syllables

“value, worth”

American origin · Girl name

What does Valorie mean and where does it come from?

Valorie is derived from 'valor,' which is rooted in the Latin word 'valor' meaning value or worth. The name is predominantly found in the United States, particularly since the 20th century. It's also a variation of the French name 'Valérie.' Valorie conveys a sense of strength and importance, often

Cultural significance

Valorie has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of value, worth.

Peak popularity

Reached #554 in 1952 — currently #4645 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Valorie?

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

Valorie Grace

How popular is Valorie right now?

Falling — down 456 spots — currently #4645 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1925–2023#4645 · Top 3.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4645	30	▼ down 456 · -14% births
2022	#4189	35	▲ up 1366 · +52% births
2021	#5555	23	▼ down 1126 · -23% births
2020	#4429	30	▲ up 1621 · +43% births
2015	#6050	21	▼ down 257 · -9% births
2010	#5793	23	▼ down 1408 · -26% births
2005	#4385	31	▼ down 288 · +3% births
2000	#4097	30	▼ down 102 · +15% births
1995	#3995	26	▼ down 900 · -28% births
1990	#3095	36	▼ down 1504 · -52% births
1985	#1591	75	▼ down 191 · -16% births
1980	#1400	89	▼ down 23 · +16% births
1975	#1377	77	▼ down 505 · -50% births
1970	#872	153	▼ down 110 · -9% births
1965	#762	169	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Valorie

Best Year1950Rank #571

Peak Count255

Average Rank#2927

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1925 - 202323 years

The story of Valorie

Valorie entered American naming records in 1916 and has been in use for over 108 years. With 7,401 total births recorded, Valorie remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3617 in 1925, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #4645 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Valorie in 1952:

Linda Mary Patricia Deborah Susan

Valorie by decade

Valorie peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	19
1920s	44
1930s	122
1940s	481
1950s ★	2,361
1960s	1,906
1970s	985
1980s	627
1990s	337
2000s	288
2010s	201
2020s	30

💎With 7,401 total births, Valorie is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Valorie?

ENGLISH

Val

GERMAN

Valeska

RUSSIAN

Lera

UKRAINIAN

Lera

What names sound and feel like Valorie?

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

Vallorie

American · French

Valyrie

American · derived from valkyrie,

Valerie

Latin · strength, valor

Malorie

American · Unfortunate, ill-fated

Kamorie

American · English

Latorie

American · A blend of

How is Valorie written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Valorie

What does the name Valorie mean?

Valorie means "value, worth" — 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 Valorie?

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

What is the cultural origin of Valorie?

Valorie 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 Valorie?

Valorie 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 Valorie trending right now?

Valorie is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.