Find out how popular the first name Valik has been for the last 8 years (from 2016 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Valik by gender

Based on the last 8 years of data, Valik is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Valik.

The history of the first name Valik

The given name Valik is believed to have originated from the Slavic languages, particularly Russian and Ukrainian. The name is derived from the diminutive form of the Slavic name Valentin, which itself is derived from the Latin name Valentinus, meaning "strong" or "healthy."

In the early days of Christianity, the name Valentinus was borne by several early Christian martyrs and saints, including Saint Valentine, a 3rd-century Roman priest who was martyred on February 14th, which later became associated with the celebration of romantic love and is now known as Valentine's Day.

The earliest recorded use of the name Valik dates back to the 16th century in Eastern Europe, particularly in the regions of modern-day Russia and Ukraine. During this time, the name was primarily used by members of the nobility and upper classes.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Valik was Valik Ivanov, a Russian nobleman who lived in the late 16th century and served as a military commander during the Time of Troubles in Russia.

Another notable figure with the name Valik was Valik Khmelnytsky, a Ukrainian Cossack leader who played a significant role in the Khmelnytsky Uprising against Polish rule in the mid-17th century.

In the 19th century, the name Valik gained popularity among Russian and Ukrainian writers and artists. Valik Bryullov, a Russian painter and architect born in 1799, was known for his neoclassical and Empire-style works.

Valik Korolenko, a Ukrainian-born Russian writer and human rights activist born in 1853, was renowned for his short stories and advocacy for social justice and the abolition of capital punishment.

In the 20th century, Valik Chkalov, a Soviet aviator born in 1904, became a national hero for his record-breaking long-distance flights and contributions to the development of Soviet aviation.

While the name Valik has been predominantly used in Eastern European countries, it has also been adopted in other parts of the world, particularly among diaspora communities from these regions.

Data source

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