Valentin
BoyLatin · German: /ˈvaːlɛntiːn/; an initial f sound also occurs. French: /va.lɑ̃.tɛ̃/.
Valentin pairs a Latin meaning of strength with a later romantic association. Its flowing middle and firm ending give it a balanced, classic feel.
Origin
Latin
Pronunciation
German: /ˈvaːlɛntiːn/; an initial f sound also occurs. French: /va.lɑ̃.tɛ̃/.
Strong or healthy, from the Latin name Valens.
Valentin belongs to the Roman name family of Valentinus and Valens, linked to the Latin word for being strong or healthy. Saints helped carry the name into European naming traditions. Its connection with love comes from the later customs of Valentine’s Day, rather than from its literal meaning. The soft l and n sounds make Valentin feel flowing, while the t gives it a clear point of contrast. It can appeal as a romantic name with a substantial classical foundation. German and French both use this spelling, although they pronounce it differently; Spanish uses the related form Valentín.
Etymology: Valentin comes through Valentinus from the Roman name Valens, based on Latin valens, “strong, vigorous, healthy”.
Spelling table
Code
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Braille
⠠⠧⠁⠇⠑⠝⠞⠊⠝
Name popularity
Latest year: 2025
Boys
Rank660
Source
SSA records cover Social Security card applications, not every US birth. Names with fewer than 5 occurrences are omitted; gaps do not mean zero. Spellings are kept separate, except that SSA removes spaces and hyphens. Equal counts are ranked alphabetically. Ranks are calculated separately for boys and girls.
Origin
Latin