Valerian
boy name#4396 in 2025Valerian entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #1767 in 1918, ranks #4396 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
#4396
rank today
#1767
peak (1918)
23
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2661 |
| 1920s | #2656 |
| 1930s | #2633 |
| 1940s | #2969 |
| 1950s | #3542 |
| 1960s | #3930 |
| 1970s | #3071 |
| 1980s | #6250 |
| 2000s | #11924 |
| 2010s | #7520 |
| 2020s | #5558 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Valerian has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 200 people named Valerian are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Valerian alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 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 ranks #4396 among US boy names in 2025, with 23 babies given the name.
- When was the name Valerian most popular?
- Valerian peaked in 1918, reaching #1767 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Valerian with classmates?
- Valerian will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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