Valentine
girl name#2514 in 2025Valentine entered the US charts in 1885, peaked at #695 in 1885, ranks #2514 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1885–2025
#2514
rank today
#695
peak (1885)
70
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #996 |
| 1890s | #1306 |
| 1900s | #1419 |
| 1910s | #1354 |
| 1920s | #1676 |
| 1930s | #2440 |
| 1940s | #2999 |
| 1950s | #4177 |
| 1960s | #4589 |
| 1970s | #7263 |
| 1980s | #5384 |
| 1990s | #6952 |
| 2000s | #7695 |
| 2010s | #4380 |
| 2020s | #3111 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Valentine has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 1,400 people named Valentine are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Valentine alive today was born around 1982, making them about 43 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Valentine in 2025?
- Valentine ranks #2514 among US girl names in 2025, with 70 babies given the name.
- When was the name Valentine most popular?
- Valentine peaked in 1885, reaching #695 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Valentine with classmates?
- Valentine will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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