Valada
A feminine name potentially derived from "Valente" in Portuguese, meaning bold or valiant.
Name Census estimates that about 15 living Americans carry the first name Valada. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Valada today is around 74 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Valada births was 1920 (10 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Valada. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Valada is about 74 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Valadas were born before 1962.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Valada. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
15
~ 1 in 22,850,289 Americans
Peak year
1920
10 babies that year
Average age
74
years old
1961 SSA rank
#7,477
Tracked since 1915
Popularity
Valada: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Valada from the 1910s through to the 1960s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1930s, with 25 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1930s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Valada by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Valada during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Valadas live
Origin
Meaning and history of Valada
The name Valada is an intriguing one with roots that can be traced back to ancient civilizations. It is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit language, which was the primary language spoken in ancient India. Valada is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "valada," which means "strong" or "powerful."
In ancient Hindu texts, there are references to individuals bearing names similar to Valada, such as Valadan and Valadeva. These names were often associated with deities or revered figures, suggesting a connection between the name and strength or divine power.
The earliest recorded use of the name Valada can be found in historical records from the Indian subcontinent, dating back to the 5th century CE. During this time, the name was predominantly used by members of the warrior class or those with royal lineage.
One notable figure bearing the name Valada was a Rajput warrior from the 7th century CE. He was renowned for his bravery and skill in battle, and his name became synonymous with valor and strength among his contemporaries.
In the 12th century, a Buddhist monk named Valada Thera gained prominence in Sri Lanka. He was highly respected for his scholarly works and teachings, and his name became associated with wisdom and spiritual enlightenment.
Moving forward in history, a notable figure bearing the name Valada was a Persian poet and philosopher who lived in the 13th century. His works explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, and his name became associated with poetic expression and deep thought.
In the 16th century, a Spanish explorer named Valada de Castilla embarked on voyages to the Americas. His exploits and adventures were well-documented, and his name became synonymous with exploration and discovery.
Another prominent individual with the name Valada was an Italian artist who lived in the 17th century. Known for her intricate paintings and frescoes, she gained recognition as a talented and accomplished artist, and her name became associated with creativity and artistic expression.
While the name Valada may not be as common today as it once was, its historical significance and associations with strength, wisdom, exploration, and artistic expression continue to make it a unique and captivating choice.
People
Valada + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Valada as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with V
Other first names starting with V with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Valada: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Valada?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 15 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Valada going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 22,850,289 US residents.
Is Valada a common name?
We classify Valada as "Very Rare". It ranks above 35.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 59 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Valada most popular?
The single biggest year for Valada was 1920, when 10 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Valada is about 74 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Valada a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Valada in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.