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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Bravery, courage
- Origin
- Latin (via Old French/Middle English)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- VAL-er
Valor comes from Latin by way of Old French and Middle English, and it means exactly what it sounds like: bravery, courage. It's used as a name for children of any gender, pronounced VAL-er, and fits a bold, clean, modern naming style rather than a traditional or vintage one.
Meaning & Origin of Valor
Meaning: Bravery, courage.
Origin: Latin (via Old French/Middle English).
How to Pronounce Valor
VAL-erIPA /ˈvælər/
Popularity of Valor
Valor peaked at #1342 in 2020, when 134 babies were given the name, and had eased to #1463 by 2024 with 124 babies — a small, fairly steady presence in Social Security data going back to 1988.
Names Like Valor
These names share Valor’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Valor mean?
Bravery, courage.
How do you pronounce Valor?
Valor is pronounced VAL-er (IPA: /ˈvælər/).
Is Valor a popular name right now?
Valor is near its all-time peak (#1342 in 2020), ranked #1463 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1988–2024.)
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