Valeria in Chinese
Valeria in Chinese is 瓦莱丽娅 (Wǎ Lái Lì Yà).
- Origin
- Latin
- Meaning
- strong, healthy
The name traces back to Latin sources, where it is usually explained as "strong, healthy". It first shows up in US Social Security records in 1881 and peaked in 2008. Names sharing the same root meaning include Valerie.
3 ways to write Valeria
phonetic
Following the sound of your name
瓦莱丽娅
Wǎ Lái Lì Yà
The standard transliteration of Valeria: 瓦 (wǎ, "tile (phonetic 'va')"), 莱 (lái, "goosefoot plant (phonetic 'lai')"), 丽 (lì, "beautiful, elegant"), 娅 (yà, "graceful (girls' names)"). Chosen for sound, it is instantly recognizable as this name.
Why these characters?
To fit Mandarin syllable rules, the sounds are broken into 4 characters: 瓦 wǎ + 莱 lái + 丽 lì + 娅 yà. The tone contour is 3-2-4-4 (dipping, rising, falling, falling).
Character breakdown
32 strokes total (simplified)- 瓦
wǎ
Tone 3 · 5 strokes (simplified)
tile (phonetic 'va')
- 莱
lái
Tone 2 · 10 strokes (simplified)
goosefoot plant (phonetic 'lai')
- 丽
lì
Tone 4 · 8 strokes (simplified)
beautiful, elegant
- 娅
yà
Tone 4 · 9 strokes (simplified)
graceful (girls' names)
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meaningful
Chosen for meaning and association
英依
Yīng Yī
Inspired by "strong, healthy": 英 (yīng, "hero; brilliant; flower") + 依 (yī, "to depend on; gentle, clinging"), expressing strength and courage.
Why these characters?
英 (hero; brilliant; flower) answers the "strong" in Valeria's meaning, and 依 (to depend on; gentle, clinging) rounds it off as a typical ending for girls' names.
Character breakdown
17 strokes total (simplified)- 英
yīng
Tone 1 · 9 strokes (simplified)
hero; brilliant; flower
- 依
yī
Tone 1 · 8 strokes (simplified)
to depend on; gentle, clinging
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balanced
A balance of sound and meaning
婉健
Wǎn Jiàn
婉 (wǎn, "gentle, graceful") + 健 (jiàn, "healthy, vigorous"): echoes the sound of the English name while carrying meaning.
Why these characters?
Instead of the purely phonetic 瓦, this uses 婉 (wǎn, "gentle, graceful") for the "va" sound, then 健 ("healthy, vigorous") for meaning.
Character breakdown
21 strokes total (simplified)- 婉
wǎn
Tone 3 · 11 strokes (simplified)
gentle, graceful
- 健
jiàn
Tone 4 · 10 strokes (simplified)
healthy, vigorous
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Recent US usage of Valeria
In the Social Security Administration’s 2020–2025 snapshot, Valeria ranked 155 among names recorded for girls, with 11,194 registrations in that group across the period. These are US birth-name records, rather than search counts or a ranking of Chinese names. The period covers part of a decade; it is not a final ranking for the whole 2020s.
Compare the dated figures in the SSA’s official 2020s name table. This snapshot was checked on 2026-10-15; any historical figures on this page describe their own stated period.
Popularity in the US
US Social Security records show 64,850 girls named Valeria since 1881, with the high point in 2008 (4,205 births) and the busiest decade being the 2000s. Between 1990 and 2017 it climbed, from #683 to #156 among girls.
- Peak year
- 2008
- Peak decade
- 2000s
- First year
- 1881
- Total since 1880
- 64,850
More About Valeria in Chinese
The Chinese translation of Valeria offers multiple styles to suit different preferences. Whether you prefer a phonetic transliteration that sounds like your name, or a meaningful interpretation that captures the essence of Valeria, you'll find options that work for you.
Names with the same root meaning include Valerie in Chinese, which share similar origins or meanings.
If you're exploring Chinese names for girls, you might also be interested in Valerie in Chinese, Cassidy in Chinese, and Karina in Chinese. Each name has its own unique character combinations and meanings.
Other popular choices include Nora in Chinese, Ellie in Chinese, Serenity in Chinese, and Mallory in Chinese, each with beautiful traditional and simplified character options.
When choosing Chinese characters for Valeria, consider whether you want:
- Phonetic accuracy: Characters that sound like Valeria to native Chinese speakers
- Meaningful symbolism: Characters chosen for their beautiful meanings and cultural significance
- Balanced approach: A combination of sound and meaning that works well in both languages
Browse our complete A-Z index of Chinese names to explore more options, or start with our curated list of popular names in Chinese to see what others are choosing.
Frequently asked questions
How is Valeria translated into Chinese?
瓦莱丽娅 (Wǎ Lái Lì Yà), or 瓦萊麗婭 in traditional script. This is the conventional transliteration used in Chinese media.
Is Valeria written differently in traditional Chinese?
Yes: 瓦莱丽娅 becomes 瓦萊麗婭; the changed characters are 莱→萊, 丽→麗, 娅→婭. Use traditional for Taiwan or Hong Kong audiences.
How popular is the name Valeria?
US Social Security records show 64,850 girls named Valeria since 1881, with the high point in 2008 (4,205 births) and the busiest decade being the 2000s. Between 1990 and 2017 it climbed, from #683 to #156 among girls.