Valerie Appleton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Valerie Appleton — French
231K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Valerie Appleton is a name that combines French origins. The first name Valerie is a feminine given name of French origin. Valerie is generally a feminine given name, derived directly from the French Valérie (a traditionally female name). Valéry or Valery is a masculine given name in parts of Europe (particularly in France and Russia), as well as a common surname in Francophone countries. Another, much rarer, French masculine form of the name is Valère. Both feminine and masculine forms of Valerie have derivatives in many European languages and are especially common in Russian and other Eastern European languages. The masculine form is not always a cognate of the feminine; it can have a distinct etymology. The surname Appleton: Appleton is an Anglo-Saxon locational surname. Alistair Appleton (born 1970), British television presenter Charles Appleton (academic) (1841–1879), Oxford don and scholarly entrepreneur Charles Appleton (cricketer) (1844–1925), English amateur cricketer Charles William Appleton (1874–1945), vice president of the General Electric Company, judge and Assistant District Attorney in New York City Colin Appleton (1936–2021), English football player and manager Daniel Appleton (1785–1849), American publisher, founder of D. Valerie is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 231K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Valerie reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Valerie

French

Valerie is generally a feminine given name, derived directly from the French Valérie (a traditionally female name). Valéry or Valery is a masculine given name in parts of Europe (particularly in France and Russia), as well as a common surname in Francophone countries. Another, much rarer, French masculine form of the name is Valère. Both feminine and masculine forms of Valerie have derivatives in many European languages and are especially common in Russian and other Eastern European languages. The masculine form is not always a cognate of the feminine; it can have a distinct etymology.

Surname: Appleton

English

Appleton is an Anglo-Saxon locational surname. Alistair Appleton (born 1970), British television presenter Charles Appleton (academic) (1841–1879), Oxford don and scholarly entrepreneur Charles Appleton (cricketer) (1844–1925), English amateur cricketer Charles William Appleton (1874–1945), vice president of the General Electric Company, judge and Assistant District Attorney in New York City Colin Appleton (1936–2021), English football player and manager Daniel Appleton (1785–1849), American publisher, founder of D.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Valerie is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Valerie by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Valerie Appleton

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Valerie Appleton:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Valerie?
The first name Valerie originates from French. Valerie is generally a feminine given name, derived directly from the French Valérie (a traditionally female name). Valéry or Valery is a masculine given name in parts of Europe (particularly in France and Russia), as well as a common surname in Francophone countries. Another, much rarer, French masculine form of the name is Valère. Both feminine and masculine forms of Valerie have derivatives in many European languages and are especially common in Russian and other Eastern European languages. The masculine form is not always a cognate of the feminine; it can have a distinct etymology.
When was Valerie most popular?
The name Valerie reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Appleton?
The surname Appleton originates from English. Appleton is an Anglo-Saxon locational surname. Alistair Appleton (born 1970), British television presenter Charles Appleton (academic) (1841–1879), Oxford don and scholarly entrepreneur Charles Appleton (cricketer) (1844–1925), English amateur cricketer Charles William Appleton (1874–1945), vice president of the General Electric Company, judge and Assistant District Attorney in New York City Colin Appleton (1936–2021), English football player and manager Daniel Appleton (1785–1849), American publisher, founder of D.
What are the origins of the name Valerie Appleton?
The name Valerie Appleton combines two different traditions: the first name Valerie has French roots, while the surname Appleton originates from English.
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