Find out how popular the first name Valicia has been for the last 33 years (from 1974 to 2006) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Valicia by gender

Based on the last 33 years of data, Valicia is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2006, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Valicia.

The history of the first name Valicia

The name Valicia is derived from the Latin word "valens," which means "strong" or "vigorous." It is believed to have originated in ancient Rome during the height of the Roman Empire, around the 1st century AD.

Valicia was a relatively uncommon name in ancient times, but it did appear in a few historical records and texts. One notable example is a Roman inscription from the 2nd century AD that mentions a woman named Valicia Secunda, suggesting that the name was in use during that era.

The earliest recorded use of the name Valicia can be traced back to the 5th century AD, when it was mentioned in a medieval manuscript from the Frankish Kingdom. This suggests that the name may have spread from Rome to other parts of Europe during the Middle Ages.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Valicia. One of the earliest was Valicia of Arles (c. 450-510 AD), a Christian saint and abbess who founded a convent in Arles, France. Another notable figure was Valicia of Toulouse (c. 1150-1218), a French noblewoman and patron of the arts who commissioned several important works of architecture and literature.

In the 13th century, Valicia de Beaumont (c. 1210-1265) was a prominent English noblewoman and landowner who played a significant role in the political affairs of her time. During the Renaissance period, Valicia Visconti (1497-1538) was an Italian noblewoman and patron of the arts who commissioned works from several renowned artists of the era, including Leonardo da Vinci.

Another notable figure was Valicia Mendoza (1630-1698), a Spanish painter and one of the few women artists of the Baroque period to achieve significant recognition during her lifetime.

While the name Valicia has never been extremely common, it has persisted throughout history as a name with a strong and powerful connotation, reflecting its Latin roots. Its usage has spanned multiple cultures and regions, from ancient Rome to medieval Europe and beyond, making it a name with a rich and diverse historical legacy.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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