Valentin
Valentin is a boy name of Latin origin meaning “Strong, healthy”, pronounced vah-len-TEEN. It ranked #660 in the United States in 2025, given to 418 babies, and peaked at #614 in 2007. Common nicknames: Val, Tino, Tin.
How popular is Valentin in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Valentin mean, and where does it come from?
Valentin is the French, German, Spanish and Slavic form of Valentine, from the Latin valens, "strong" or "healthy." Saint Valentine was a third-century Roman martyr about whom almost nothing is known; the romantic associations were attached a thousand years later, probably by Chaucer. The name is standard across Europe from France to Russia. American records hold it from 1912; it entered the top thousand in 1934 and is rising again now, along with Valentina and Valentino.
How is Valentin used around the world?
Valentin is used in 4 languages worldwide, with 12+ international variants.
Female FormValentina
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Valentin?
Famous People Named Valentin
- Valentin Serov — Russian painter and portraitist
- Valentin Ivanov — Soviet footballer and Olympic champion
- Charles-Valentin Alkan — French composer and pianist
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Valentin mean?
Valentin is a boy name of Latin origin meaning "Strong, healthy." Valentin is the French, German, Spanish and Slavic form of Valentine, from the Latin valens, "strong" or "healthy." Saint Valentine was a third-century Roman martyr about whom almost nothing is known; the romantic associations were attached a thousand years later, probably by Chaucer.
How do you pronounce Valentin?
Valentin is pronounced vah-len-TEEN. Common variations include Valentine, Valentino, Valentyn.
Is Valentin a boy name?
Yes, Valentin is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Val, Tino, Tin.