Valeria is the feminine form of the Roman family name Valerius, from the Latin valere, and means "strong" or "healthy". It is a classic in Italy and across Latin America, and its flowing sound has made it one of the most popular Spanish names in the United States. Valeria rose from number 222 in 2000 into the top 100 in 2006, peaked at number 72 in 2009 and ranks 162nd in 2025.