Girl
Valentina
strong, healthy, brave
About Valentina
Valentina exudes sophistication and international flair, having graced notable figures across continents for generations. This name possesses remarkable versatility, equally suited to artistic pursuits, academic excellence, or leadership roles. The strong yet feminine sound commands attention while maintaining elegance, and the nickname options—Vale, Tina, Valen—provide flexibility as your child grows. Parents selecting Valentina often appreciate its rich cultural presence in European, Latin American, and global contexts, making it particularly fitting for families with international connections or multicultural appreciation. The name's association with strength and vigor complements its romantic, lyrical quality. Valentina works beautifully in multilingual households, as pronunciation remains relatively consistent across languages. Its timeless nature means it never feels dated or trendy, instead carrying a classic weight that transcends fleeting fashions. Whether she's in a boardroom or an art studio, Valentina is a name your daughter will wear with pride throughout every chapter of her journey.
Popularity of the Name Valentina
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | #954 | #681 | |||
| 1995 | #972 | #762 | |||
| 1996 | #948 | #673 | |||
| 1997 | #881 | #665 | |||
| 1998 | #834 | #901 | #595 | ||
| 1999 | #809 | #649 | |||
| 2000 | #710 | #712 | #704 | ||
| 2001 | #631 | #521 | |||
| 2002 | #603 | #885 | #557 | ||
| 2003 | #459 | #724 | #477 | ||
| 2004 | #482 | #715 | #590 | ||
| 2005 | #462 | #697 | #497 | ||
| 2006 | #440 | #804 | #512 | ||
| 2007 | #395 | #840 | #408 | ||
| 2008 | #264 | #782 | #320 | ||
| 2009 | #203 | #567 | #448 | #876 | #282 |
| 2010 | #152 | #538 | #230 | ||
| 2011 | #154 | #555 | #401 | #224 | |
| 2012 | #167 | #347 | #468 | #219 | |
| 2013 | #129 | #325 | #866 | #209 | |
| 2014 | #112 | #289 | #246 | #488 | #203 |
| 2015 | #114 | #326 | #575 | #196 | |
| 2016 | #106 | #315 | #418 | #161 | |
| 2017 | #96 | #239 | #323 | #166 | |
| 2018 | #81 | #245 | #300 | #464 | #138 |
| 2019 | #65 | #274 | #285 | #390 | #139 |
| 2020 | #73 | #243 | #315 | #368 | #165 |
| 2021 | #69 | #245 | #329 | #359 | #177 |
| 2022 | #57 | #235 | #192 | #337 | #151 |
| 2023 | #50 | #272 | #247 | #125 | |
| 2024 | #47 | #279 | #319 | #146 | |
| 2025 | #35 | #267 | #326 | #123 | |
| 1993 | #863 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Valentina
- Valentinia
- Valenteena
- Valantyna
Names Similar to Valentina
Nicknames for Valentina
- Val
- Tina
- Vally
- Tia
- Nina
Famous People Named Valentina
| Valentina Tereshkova | The first woman to travel to space |
| Valentina Lisitsa | Ukrainian pianist known for her virtuoso performances |
| Valentina Vezzali | Italian fencer and Olympic gold medalist |
| Valentina Vladimirovna Tereshkova | Daughter of Valentina Tereshkova and a politician in Russia |
| Valentina Grizodubova | Soviet aviator and one of the first women to fly a transcontinental route |
| Valentina Shevchenko | Kyrgyzstani-Peruvian mixed martial artist and UFC champion |
| Valentina Matvienko | Russian politician and the Chairwoman of the Federation Council |
| Valentina Bassi | Argentine actress known for her roles in television and film |
| Valentina Pegorer | Italian singer and songwriter |
| Valentina Cortese | Italian actress who worked in both Italian and Hollywood cinema |
| Valentina Zelyaeva | Russian supermodel and philanthropist |
| Valentina Nappi | Italian pornographic actress and adult model |
| Valentina Lodovini | Italian actress and recipient of the David di Donatello for Best Supporting Actress |
| Valentina Sampaio | Brazilian transgender model and Victoria's Secret Angel |
| Valentina Hasan | Bulgarian-Turkish singer and actress |
| Valentina Monetta | Sammarinese singer who represented San Marino in the Eurovision Song Contest multiple times |
| Valentina Zaffino | Italian comic book artist and illustrator |
| Valentina Allegri | Daughter of Italian football manager Massimiliano Allegri |
Characters Named Valentina
| Valentina Vostok | DC Comics character and member of the Doom Patrol |
| Valentina Resnikov | Character in the Netflix series "Orange Is the New Black" |
| Valentina Allegra de Fontaine | Marvel Comics character and former S.H.I.E.L.D. agent |
| Valentina Rychenko | Character in the video game "Metro Exodus" |
| Valentina Rizzoli | Character in the TV series "Rizzoli & Isles" |
| Valentina Rosetta | Character in the video game "Catherine" |
| Valentina Novakovic | Character in the TV series "The Blacklist" |
| Valentina Gellé | Character in the TV series "Elite" |
| Valentina Galindo | Character in the TV series "Narcos" |
| Valentina La Paz | Character in the TV series "Pretty Little Liars" |
| Valentina Hidalgo | Character in the TV series "Pablo Escobar - The Drug Lord" |
| Valentina Sánchez | Character in the TV series "Money Heist" |
| Valentina Carvajal | Character in the TV series "The Queen of Flow" |
| Valentina Diaz | Character in the animated series "Elena of Avalor" |
| Valentina Cervi | Character in the TV series "True Blood" |
| Valentina Bianchi | Character in the film "Nine" |