Male Name
Valery
vɐ.ˈlʲe.rʲɪj
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
chess Grandmasters
isograms
The Sopranos characters
Writing Systems
ВалерийRussian
ВалерійUkrainian
ВалерыйBelarusian
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
61/100
natural65%
wholesome80%
refined65%
strange100%
simple120%
serious80%
Meaning & Etymology
Valery is a male given name and occasional surname, derived from the Latin name Valerius. In Slavic cultures, it is transcribed as Валерий (Russian), Валерій (Ukrainian), or Валерый (Belarusian), and is directly derived from the Latin. The name carries connotations of strength and valor, reflecting its Latin roots.
Etymology
Original Form:
Valerius
Evolution:
From Latin Valerius to Slavic Valeriy/Valeri, and then to Valery in French and English contexts.
Source:
Latin