Valerian
girl nameValerian entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #4083 in 1917, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
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rank today
#4083
peak (1917)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4083 |
Living bearers
The typical Valerian alive today was born around 1917, making them about 108 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Valerian in 2025?
- Valerian is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Valerian most popular?
- Valerian peaked in 1917, reaching #4083 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Valerian with classmates?
- Valerian will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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