Valerie Locklear

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Valerie Locklear — French
231K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Valerie Locklear 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 Locklear: Arlinda Locklear (born 1951), Native American lawyer Ashton Locklear (born 1998), American gymnast Gene Locklear, (born 1949), American baseball player Heather Locklear (born 1961), American actress Ormer Locklear (1891–1920), American stunt pilot and film actor Samuel J. Locklear (born 1954), American navy admiral Tyler Locklear (born 2000), American baseball player 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: Locklear

English

Arlinda Locklear (born 1951), Native American lawyer Ashton Locklear (born 1998), American gymnast Gene Locklear, (born 1949), American baseball player Heather Locklear (born 1961), American actress Ormer Locklear (1891–1920), American stunt pilot and film actor Samuel J. Locklear (born 1954), American navy admiral Tyler Locklear (born 2000), American baseball player

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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 Locklear

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 Locklear:

5
Expression Number

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

5
Soul Urge Number

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

9
Personality Number

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

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 Locklear?
The surname Locklear originates from English. Arlinda Locklear (born 1951), Native American lawyer Ashton Locklear (born 1998), American gymnast Gene Locklear, (born 1949), American baseball player Heather Locklear (born 1961), American actress Ormer Locklear (1891–1920), American stunt pilot and film actor Samuel J. Locklear (born 1954), American navy admiral Tyler Locklear (born 2000), American baseball player
What are the origins of the name Valerie Locklear?
The name Valerie Locklear combines two different traditions: the first name Valerie has French roots, while the surname Locklear originates from English.
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