US Popularity Rank: 7570

Origin: Latin

Meaning: Valiant; Strong, vigorous, potent

Valera is a gorgeous name traditionally given to girls. Although mainly Spanish in origin, with inspirations drawn from Valera in the Cuenca province of Spain, this top-tier title gets its power-packed translations from the Latin word valere, which means “valiant,” “strong,” “vigorous,” or “potent.” Valera is said to be slightly more popular as a place name than a personal one, but the world renown of Irish president Éamon de Valera is simply undeniable!