Valeriya
Meaning of Valeriya
Valeriya is a beautiful and melodious name of Slavic origin, predominantly used in Ukraine, Bulgaria, Belarus, and Russia. Pronounced as vah-leh-REE-yah in these regions, the name carries an elegant and timeless appeal. A variation of the Latin name Valeria, which means "strong" or "healthy," Valeriya embodies resilience and vitality. Despite its rich cultural roots and striking phonetics, Valeriya remains relatively uncommon in the United States, with only a handful of occurrences each year. This rarity adds to its unique charm for parents seeking a distinctive yet meaningful name for their daughter. The name's association with strength and well-being makes it an inspiring choice that resonates across different cultures and languages.
Pronunciation
Ukrainian,Bulgarian
- Pronunced as vah-leh-REE-yah (/va.lɛ.ˈri.ja/)
Belarusian
- Pronunced as vah-leh-REE-yah (/va.lʲɛ.ˈrʲi.ja/)
Russian
- Pronunced as vah-leh-REE-yah (/va.lʲɪ.ˈrʲi.jə/)
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Notable People Named Valeriya
| Valeriya Ilyinichna Novodvorskaya was a Soviet dissident, writer, and liberal politician known for founding the Democratic Union party and contributing to The New Times. |
| Valeriya Kononenko is a Ukrainian racing cyclist who competes for UCI Women's Continental Team Colnago CM Team and participated in the 2013 UCI women's time trial in Florence. |
| Valeriya Gansvind - Valeriya I. Gansvind is an Estonian chess player and Woman FIDE Master (WFM). |
| Valeriya Gavriilovna Zaklunna-Myronenko was a Soviet and Ukrainian actress and politician, known for her award-winning role in the film "To The Last Minute." |
| Valeriya Mykhaylivna Strakhova is a Ukrainian tennis player. |
