Girl
Valarie
strong, valiant
About Valarie
This elegant variation brings classical sophistication with a distinctive spelling twist that adds contemporary relevance to a time-honored name. The three-syllable structure provides graceful rhythm and substantial presence, ensuring the name carries appropriate weight for formal occasions while remaining accessible for daily use. It evokes images of strength, courage, and nobility—qualities embedded in its historical associations—while the modified spelling personalizes it for modern contexts. The name ages beautifully, equally suitable for an infant, teenager, or accomplished adult, demonstrating the kind of longevity savvy parents seek. It offers built-in nickname possibilities while standing perfectly well in full form. For families wanting a name with established history and positive connotations but desiring a unique identifier, this spelling variation achieves both objectives gracefully.
Popularity of the Name Valarie
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | #968 | ||
| 1947 | #881 | #289 | |
| 1948 | #656 | ||
| 1949 | #548 | ||
| 1950 | #592 | ||
| 1951 | #558 | ||
| 1952 | #502 | ||
| 1953 | #512 | ||
| 1954 | #487 | ||
| 1955 | #508 | ||
| 1956 | #507 | ||
| 1957 | #473 | ||
| 1958 | #429 | ||
| 1959 | #413 | ||
| 1960 | #419 | ||
| 1961 | #423 | ||
| 1962 | #430 | ||
| 1963 | #405 | ||
| 1964 | #379 | ||
| 1965 | #418 | ||
| 1966 | #427 | ||
| 1967 | #437 | ||
| 1968 | #425 | ||
| 1969 | #459 | ||
| 1970 | #486 | ||
| 1971 | #521 | ||
| 1972 | #536 | ||
| 1973 | #509 | #372 | |
| 1974 | #570 | ||
| 1975 | #571 | ||
| 1976 | #562 | #593 | |
| 1977 | #520 | ||
| 1978 | #595 | ||
| 1979 | #577 | ||
| 1980 | #618 | #481 | |
| 1981 | #608 | ||
| 1982 | #579 | ||
| 1983 | #584 | ||
| 1984 | #617 | ||
| 1985 | #680 | ||
| 1986 | #765 | ||
| 1987 | #840 | ||
| 1988 | #955 | ||
| 1989 | #933 | ||
| 1930 | #164 | ||
| 1934 | #197 | ||
| 1936 | #191 | ||
| 1940 | #230 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland
Variations of Name Valarie
Names Similar to Valarie
Nicknames for Valarie
- Val
- Vally
- Larie
- Vallie
- Ari
Famous People Named Valarie
| Valarie Rae Miller | American actress |
| Valarie Allman | American track and field athlete |
| Valarie Kaur | American civil rights activist and filmmaker |
| Valarie Wilson | American politician and education advocate |
| Valarie Hodges | American politician and educator |
| Valarie Hill | American jazz musician |
| Valarie Adams | New Zealand shot putter and Olympic champion |
| Valarie Gibson | Australian actress and television presenter |
| Valarie Pettiford | American actress and dancer |
| Valarie Jones | Canadian basketball player |
| Valarie Walker | American softball player |
| Valarie Austin | British actress and producer |
| Valarie Morris | Jamaican journalist and media executive |
| Valarie Ianniello | Australian fencer |
| Valarie Alexander | American playwright and actress |
| Valarie Barr | Canadian politician and lawyer |
| Valarie King | American jazz musician |
| Valarie Jenkins | American professional disc golfer |
Characters Named Valarie
| Valarie Brown | Character from the animated series "Josie and the Pussycats" |
| Valarie Jenkins | Character from the webcomic "Questionable Content" |
| Valarie Trumaine | Character from the video game "L.A. Noire" |
| Valarie Fitzgerald | Character from the TV series "The Unit" |
| Valarie Irons | Character from the novel "The Talisman" by Stephen King |
| Valarie Boyd | Character from the TV series "Highway to Heaven" |
| Valarie Vivian | Character from the TV series "Falcon Crest" |
| Valarie Burke | Character from the TV series "The Young and the Restless" |
| Valarie Hogan | Character from the TV series "Valerie's Family - The Hogans" |
| Valarie Hinkel | Character from the film "Some Kind of Wonderful" |
| Valarie Carter | Character from the film "Hidden Figures" |
| Valarie Constantine | Character from the TV series "Hart to Hart" |
| Valarie Faye | Character from the film "Repo Man" |