Valeriya

Derived from a spirited Roman name, Valeriya is the bright, elegant Ukrainian, Russian, and occasionally Belarusian, form of Valeria or Valerie. It's a popular choice in Russia, and a familiar one in Kazakhstan.

Pronounced vuh-LAIR-ee-uh.

As of October 2026, Valeriya ranked #17097 for girls in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #12148 for girls in 2012.