Valente Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Valente has its roots in Latin, meaning 'strong' or 'powerful'. It evolved from the Latin 'valens' and has variants in several languages. The name is associated with positive traits, though it has no direct biblical relevance. Its popularity has grown in recent decades, particularly in Latin cultures, often symbolizing strength and valor.
The name Valente is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Valente has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Valente' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4026th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2903rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3032nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2750th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2452nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2775th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3820th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Valente' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Valente"
Pronunciation
/væˈlɛn.teɪ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Valente derives from the Latin word 'valens', which means 'strong' or 'powerful'. It is often associated with the notion of valor or worthiness.
Meaning
strong, powerful
Language Evolution
Valens (Latin), Valente (Italian/Spanish/Portuguese)
Historical Usage
Valente gained popularity as a given name in Italian and Spanish-speaking countries, particularly in the 20th century, often used to convey strength and valor.
Variants & Derivatives
Valentino, Valentina, Valentín
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Valente is perceived as a unique and strong name, often associated with positive traits such as resilience and determination.
Famous People
Valente de Oliveira (Portuguese artist), Valente de Almeida (historical figure)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Valente"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Valente"
"Valente" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4026th of 7545 | 62 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2903rd of 6773 | 125 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3032nd of 7552 | 142 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2750th of 10718 | 210 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2452nd of 16616 | 413 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2775th of 24088 | 612 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3820th of 23106 | 337 |
Regional Popularity of "Valente" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
78.78% 1864th/2366 |
85.99% 982nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
60.86% 1432nd/2353 |
60.50% 936th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
54.57% 1557th/2853 |
52.76% 1464th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
- |
39.43% 1387th/3518 |
36.52% 1477th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
33.19% 1724th/5194 |
20.01% 1264th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
67.20% 3079th/4582 |
- |
28.99% 2120th/7313 |
21.20% 1582nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
38.17% 2604th/6822 |
30.07% 1887th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Valente" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Valente"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Valente" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.