Valerian
vah-LEER-ee-ən
Popularity
#6137
Letters
8
Syllables
4
Origin
Latin
Total Births
480
Peak Year
#24 in 2018
First Recorded
1914
Style
Sophisticated & Formal, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Tricky to spell
What It Means
Valerian is a Latin name derived from 'Valerius,' which itself comes from 'valere,' meaning 'to be strong' or 'healthy'.
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Numerology
The Seeker
Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
Famous Namesakes
Valerian Kuibyshev
Soviet politician and revolutionary.
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