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Valencia
GirlSpanish, Latin· “strength; the Spanish city”
- Meaning
- strength; the Spanish city
- Origin
- Spanish, Latin
- Pronunciation
- vuh-LEN-see-uh
- Syllables
- 4
- US rank 2025
- #1,731
- US babies 2025
- 118
- Best rank
- #633 (1969)
- Peak year
- 1970
Meaning and origin of Valencia
Valencia is a Spanish and Latin name that means “strength; the Spanish city”.
Valencia is the name of the historic city and region on Spain's Mediterranean coast, founded by the Romans as Valentia. The Latin word valentia means strength or vigor, from valere, "to be strong." Valencia is famous for its oranges, its role in Spanish history, and as the home of paella. As a given name it is used in Spanish-speaking countries and beyond, carrying a warm, sunny feel. It is related to Valentina and Valerie, and Val or Lena make simple nicknames for everyday use.
Popularity over time
Valencia first appears in US Social Security records in 1919. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 38 different years, starting in 1927. Its best national rank was #633 in 1969, and the most babies received it in 1970, when 261 were named Valencia. In 2025, 118 babies were named Valencia, and it ranked #1,731 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #1,349 in 1950, #908 in 1980, #1,455 in 2000, #1,990 in 2010, and #1,731 in 2025. Of the 12,198 US girls named Valencia since records began, 17% were born in the 1960s, its biggest decade. The 1980s come next, with 1,922 babies. Since 2010, 2,137 more have been named Valencia.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Trena, Marni, Janeen, Anjanette, and Richelle.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Valencia ranked highest in Pennsylvania, Texas, and Ohio.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | #866 | 11 |
| Texas | #1261 | 21 |
| Ohio | #1262 | 7 |
| Florida | #1429 | 10 |
| New York | #1646 | 8 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Valencia is usually pronounced vuh-LEN-see-uh, with four syllables. It has eight letters, starts with V and ends in “-ia”.
Middle names for Valencia
A few middle names that flow with Valencia: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Valencia
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Valencia mean?
Valencia is a Spanish and Latin name that means “strength; the Spanish city”.
What is the origin of the name Valencia?
Valencia has Spanish and Latin roots. Valencia is the name of the historic city and region on Spain's Mediterranean coast, founded by the Romans as Valentia.
Is Valencia a popular name?
Not especially. Valencia ranked #1,731 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Valencia a boy or girl name?
Valencia is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Valencia?
Valencia is usually pronounced vuh-LEN-see-uh. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings