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Valentine

VAL-en-tyne

Popularity

#3160

rising

Letters

9

Syllables

3

Origin

Latin

Total Births

8,790

Peak Year

#180 in 1919

First Recorded

1880

Style

Strong & Bold, Cute & Playful

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Valentine is derived from the Roman name Valentinus, which comes from the Latin word 'valens', meaning 'strong,' 'healthy,' or 'powerful'.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

  • Saint Valentine

    3rd-century Roman saint associated with love

  • Valentine Ruth Davies

    English actress

Nicknames

Personality Traits

RomanticPassionateCaringCreative

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