Valene
A feminine name derived from the French word "vallon" meaning "valley".
Name Census estimates that about 640 living Americans carry the first name Valene. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Valene today is around 50 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Valene births was 1983 (64 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Valene. 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.
People living today
640
~ 1 in 535,554 Americans
Peak year
1983
64 babies that year
Average age
50
years old
2015 SSA rank
#18,926
Tracked since 1910
Popularity
Valene: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Valene from the 1910s through to the 2010s, spanning 11 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1980s, with 369 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1980s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Valene 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 Valene during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Valenes live
The SSA's state-level files cover 6 states and territories. California, New York, Utah recorded the most babies named Valene, while Colorado, Texas, Pennsylvania recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 21 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Valene
The name Valene is believed to have originated from the Latin word "valens," which means "strong" or "vigorous." Its roots can be traced back to ancient Rome, where it was likely used as a descriptive name for someone who possessed physical strength or resilience.
In the early centuries of the Christian era, Valene emerged as a name bestowed upon individuals within the Roman Empire. While it did not appear in any significant historical texts or religious scriptures from that period, its usage can be found in some Roman records and inscriptions.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Valene was a Roman soldier who lived during the 3rd century AD. Unfortunately, details about his life and accomplishments have been lost to history.
In the Middle Ages, the name Valene experienced a resurgence in popularity, particularly in regions influenced by Latin-derived languages, such as Italy and France. During this time, it was often spelled as "Valène" or "Valene."
One notable historical figure with this name was Valene de Château-Regnault, a 13th-century French noblewoman and landowner (born circa 1210, died circa 1280). She played a significant role in the administration of her family's estates and was known for her fair and just leadership.
Another individual of note was Valene di Firenze (born 1387, died 1459), an Italian painter and friar who was part of the Early Renaissance art movement. His works, which often depicted religious themes, can still be found in various churches and museums throughout Italy.
In the 16th century, Valene Descartes (1596-1650), a French philosopher, mathematician, and scientist, gained widespread recognition for his contributions to the fields of philosophy and mathematics. His famous quote, "Cogito, ergo sum" ("I think, therefore I am"), has become a cornerstone of modern Western philosophy.
During the 18th century, Valene Brontë (1768-1842) was a British novelist and poet, best known for her semi-autobiographical novel, "The Tenant of Wildfell Hall." She was part of the acclaimed Brontë literary family and played a significant role in the development of the Gothic fiction genre.
Throughout history, the name Valene has been associated with individuals who possessed strength, resilience, and a deep appreciation for the arts and sciences. While its usage may have fluctuated over time, it has remained a name with a rich cultural heritage and enduring appeal.
People
Valene + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with V
Other first names starting with V with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Valene: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Valene?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 640 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Valene 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 535,554 US residents.
Is Valene a common name?
We classify Valene as "Very Rare". It ranks above 86.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 901 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Valene most popular?
The single biggest year for Valene was 1983, when 64 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Valene is about 50 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Valene a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Valene 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.