Find out how popular the first name Valorie has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Valorie by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Valorie is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 30 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Valorie.

The history of the first name Valorie

The name Valorie has its origins in the Latin language and is a feminine form of the name Valerius. The name Valerius is derived from the Latin word "valere," which means "to be strong" or "to be well." It is believed that the name was first used in ancient Rome.

The earliest recorded use of the name Valorie dates back to the Middle Ages, when it was used as a variant of the name Valeria. The name gained popularity during the Renaissance period, particularly in France and Italy.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Valorie can be found in the writings of the Italian poet Petrarch, who lived from 1304 to 1374. He mentioned a woman named Valorie in one of his sonnets.

In the 16th century, there was a French noblewoman named Valorie de Valois, who was a member of the royal family and lived from 1554 to 1631. She was known for her beauty and intelligence, and her name became associated with grace and elegance.

Another notable figure with the name Valorie was the Italian painter Valorie Beccafumi, who lived from 1486 to 1551. He was known for his religious paintings and was commissioned to create works for several churches in Siena, Italy.

In literature, the name Valorie appears in the works of the English playwright William Shakespeare. In his play "The Taming of the Shrew," one of the characters is named Valorie, though she is a minor character.

During the 19th century, the name Valorie gained popularity in the United States, particularly in the Southern states. One notable figure with this name was Valorie Plame, an American author and former United States Central Intelligence Agency officer who was born in 1963.

Throughout its history, the name Valorie has been associated with strength, grace, and beauty. It has been carried by women from various walks of life, including nobility, artists, and literary characters, and continues to be a popular choice for parents today.

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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