Feminine dossier · first seen 1884
Valerie
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
#127 girls’ name in 2025
Peak era
1959
Peak births
7,302
Current vitality
Healthy
Peak generation
Boomer
1884Peak 19592025
Quick answers about Valerie
How many people are named Valerie?
An estimated 237,747 living Americans are named Valerie.
How rare is Valerie?
Valerie is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 2,221 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 69.6% from its 1959 peak. It was the #127 girls’ name in 2025.
How old is the typical Valerie?
The median age of a living American named Valerie is approximately 50 years, with most bearers falling between 30 and 65 years old.
Is Valerie still popular?
Yes. Valerie is holding steady, with 2,221 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Peak year
1959
Decline from peak
69.6%
2025
2,221
All-time
273,229