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Data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024

Valia — Meaning, Origin & Popularity | Namesake
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Vali|Valiant
SanskritGirl→ Stable

Valia

VAH-lee-uh · 3 syllables

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Girl

Outside top 1000

Last ranked #17411 in 2023

Peak: #17411 in 2023

→ Stable

Outside top 1000

Last ranked #17411 in 2023

Peak: #17411 in 2023

5yr change
—
Birth frequency
1.4 per 1,000,000 births
Sex split
8% boy · 92% girl

Popularity Over Time

↑ Higher on this chart = more popular · ↓ Lower = less popular

Average0255075100Popularity score (0–100)19602023

Rank #17411 · Falling since 1960

This name is given to very few babies each year — it sits outside the range shown in these charts.

Namesake Score
42
Higher than 42% of names
Combines uniqueness, trend, meaning, feasibility, and search interest.
Trend
→ Stable
Based on SSA rank velocity
Feasibility
Unknown
— · — · —
Low friction, available
Uniqueness
45
Won't be common in class
Name DNA
Sanskrit OriginHinduStrongFeminine3-syllableMeaningfulUncommonModern UseVirtue Name
Character
warrior spiritprotective presence
STRONG
High confidence

Valia is a Sanskrit girl name with steady SSA rankings. Full rank detail will appear once SSA data is linked.

Trend:→ Stable
Feasibility:— · — · —
Popularity:—
Valia at a Glance
Meaning:Strength and valor; derived from Sanskrit roots meaning powerful or mighty. Also associated with Hindu tradition as a feminine form suggesting courage and protection.
Language root:Sanskrit · Hindi
Peak rank:#17411 in 2023
5yr change:—
Sex usage:8% boy · 92% girl
Notable bearers

No notable bearers on record.

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Similar Style
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Works Well With
Sibling names that pair naturally with Valia
AriaAsha◈Kai◈RaviAnayaSoren◈Ezra
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Source: Social Security Administration baby names data. Popularity data reflects US births. Feasibility data updated monthly.
Name Intelligence
Valia · Overview
Summary

Valia is a Sanskrit girl name with steady SSA rankings. Full rank detail will appear once SSA data is linked.

Strengths
Strong · Meaningful character
Valia carries a bold, warm quality that makes it distinctive without being invented.
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Data source:Social Security Administration
Coverage:US births 1879–2024
Updated:January 2025
ISR:Refreshes monthly
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