Valeska Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Valeska is a name of Slavic origin, derived as a diminutive of Valentina, which means strong or healthy. It evolved from Valentina to Valeska and conveys traits of strength and elegance. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name. Valeska gained popularity in the 20th century and is currently seen as a unique and creative name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Valeska"
Pronunciation
/vəˈlɛs.kə/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
The name Valeska is a diminutive form of the name Valentina, which derives from the Latin word 'valens,' meaning 'strong' or 'healthy.'
Meaning
strong, healthy
Language Evolution
Valentina, Valeska
Historical Usage
The name Valeska gained popularity in Eastern Europe during the 20th century, often associated with feminine strength.
Variants & Derivatives
Valentina, Val, Vali
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Valeska is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Valeska Gert, a German dancer and actress, Valeska Soares, a Brazilian artist
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Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 24 peak births in 2010
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Valeska"
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 "Valeska"
"Valeska" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3647th of 9107 | 112 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9454th of 12526 | 18 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7287th of 19264 | 91 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9743rd of 27321 | 100 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7265th of 35406 | 250 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7071st of 30306 | 198 |
Regional Popularity of "Valeska" by Generation for Male 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Valeska" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
84.07% 1989th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
70.46% 5153rd/7313 |
92.47% 6901st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
79.40% 5417th/6822 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Valeska"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Valeska" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Valeska" in the United States
The name Valeska is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Valeska has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Valeska' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3647th out of 9107 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9454th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7287th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9743rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7265th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7071st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Valeska' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.