An uncommon Latin pick — distinctive and rare.
Saint Valentine, a 3rd-century Christian martyr.
Valentine is a boy's and girl's baby name of Latin origin, from valentinus, related to valere meaning 'strong,' 'healthy,' or 'vigorous.' Saint Valentine, the 3rd-century martyr, became the patron of love and romance, making February 14th a holiday celebrated worldwide in his name.
Valentine carries a romantic gravitas unlike any other name — simultaneously ancient, holy, and deeply loving.
Valentine climbed 814 spots in the last 20 years — from #3281 to #2467.
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 315 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 391 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 272 | ▼ |
| 1990s | 306 | — |
| 1980s | 310 | ▲ |
| 1970s | 302 | ▼ |
| 1960s | 338 | ▼ |
| 1950s | 514 | — |
| 1940s | 519 | ▼ |
| 1930s | 725 | ▼ |
| 1920s | 1,143 | ▲ |
| 1910s | 967 | ▲ |
| 1900s | 194 | ▲ |
| 1890s | 171 | ▲ |
| 1880s | 155 | — |
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 56 | #2467 |
| 2023 | 83 | #1906 |
| 2022 | 72 | #2092 |
| 2021 | 53 | #2520 |
| 2020 | 51 | #2544 |
| 2019 | 62 | #2260 |
| 2018 | 45 | #2744 |
| 2017 | 48 | #2634 |
| 2016 | 41 | #2931 |
| 2015 | 31 | #3583 |
| 2014 | 40 | #2927 |
| 2013 | 35 | #3182 |
| 2012 | 25 | #4125 |
| 2011 | 33 | #3359 |
| 2010 | 31 | #3520 |
| 2009 | 28 | #3822 |
| 2008 | 36 | #3216 |
| 2007 | 20 | #4791 |
| 2006 | 31 | #3448 |
| 2005 | 33 | #3166 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Though more common for boys, Valentine has a notable history as a girl's name too, with 2,168 births since 1885.
Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (1880–2024) · Methodology