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Valarie
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Pronounced VAL-uh-ree /ˈvæl.ə.ri/High
Meaning: strength, valorHigh
In 30 seconds: Valarie is a variant spelling of Valerie meaning strength or valor, from the Latin valere. A classic three-syllable name with French elegance.
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Origin HighLatin
Meaningstrength, valor
U.S. rank (2025)#3294 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births48 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1964
Total births (all-time)≈ 18,714
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.
History & Origin
Valarie is a variant spelling of Valerie, from the Roman Valerius family name, from Latin valere meaning to be strong.
Valarie is a less common spelling of Valerie, which was popular in English-speaking countries in the mid-20th century.
Did you know? The Latin root valere (to be strong) gives English not only Valarie but also valid, valor, value, and Valentine — connecting this name to an entire constellation of strength-related words.
Overall data confidence 88%
Behind the Name: Valarie — name etymology referenceUS Social Security Name Database — U.S. popularity data
Variations
ValerieValeriaValery
Nicknames
Val
Famous Bearers
- ★Valerie Bertinelli (1960–present)American actress known for the sitcom One Day at a Time, for which she won two Golden Globes.
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Frequently Asked
What does Valarie mean?
Valarie means strength, valor.
How do you pronounce Valarie?
Valarie is pronounced VAL-uh-ree (/ˈvæl.ə.ri/), with 3 syllables.
Is Valarie a girl's name?
Yes, Valarie is used as a girl's name.
How popular is the name Valarie?
Variant of Valerie; strength meaning via Latin valere well established.