Valerie
girl name#127 in 2025Valerie entered the US charts in 1884, peaked at #60 in 1959, ranks #127 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1884–2025
#127
rank today
#60
peak (1959)
2,221
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #941 |
| 1890s | #833 |
| 1900s | #726 |
| 1910s | #514 |
| 1920s | #543 |
| 1930s | #334 |
| 1940s | #187 |
| 1950s | #84 |
| 1960s | #71 |
| 1970s | #93 |
| 1980s | #86 |
| 1990s | #146 |
| 2000s | #155 |
| 2010s | #163 |
| 2020s | #144 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Valerie has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 244,000 people named Valerie are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Valerie alive today was born around 1971, making them about 54 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Valerie in 2025?
- Valerie ranks #127 among US girl names in 2025, with 2,221 babies given the name.
- When was the name Valerie most popular?
- Valerie peaked in 1959, reaching #60 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Valerie with classmates?
- Valerie will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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