Valerie
Female name · ★ Classic
99,901
Total Births
1959
Peak Year
#144
Rank 2023
1884
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Valerie
Valerie is a classic female name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 99,901 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 1950s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 28 births |
| 1890s | 132 births |
| 1900s | 251 births |
| 1910s | 666 births |
| 1920s | 717 births |
| 1930s | 1,682 births |
| 1940s | 5,567 births |
| 1950s | 20,921 births |
| 1960s | 22,240 births |
| 1970s | 13,339 births |
| 1980s | 13,402 births |
| 1990s | 8,520 births |
| 2000s | 7,879 births |
| 2010s | 3,233 births |
| 2020s | 1,324 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Valerie?
Valerie has been given to 99,901 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1959 with 2,863 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #144.
Is Valerie a boy or girl name?
Valerie is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Valerie most popular?
Valerie was most popular in 1959, when 2,863 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Valerie?
Valerie first appeared in US records in 1884.