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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Brave, courageous
- Origin
- Latin (via Old French)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- VAL-yant
Valiant is a Latin name (by way of Old French) that means "brave, courageous," pronounced VAL-yant. It's used for any gender and carries a bold, trailblazing feel that matches its meaning.
Meaning & Origin of Valiant
Meaning: Brave, courageous.
Origin: Latin (via Old French).
How to Pronounce Valiant
VAL-yantIPA /ˈvæljənt/
Popularity of Valiant
Valiant has been recorded in Social Security data since 1947, reaching its peak popularity in 1960 at #3066 with 9 babies given the name; in 2024 it ranked #9778 with just 8 babies.
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FAQ
What does the name Valiant mean?
Brave, courageous.
How do you pronounce Valiant?
Valiant is pronounced VAL-yant (IPA: /ˈvæljənt/).
Is Valiant a popular name right now?
Valiant peaked at #3066 in 1960 and is ranked #9778 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1947–2024.)
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