Summary

The surname Valentine is of English origin and is derived from the Latin personal name Valentinus, which means 'strong, vigorous, healthy'. It is believed to have been introduced to England by the Normans after the Norman Conquest. The name eventually became a popular surname and is associated with love and romance due to its association with Saint Valentine, the patron saint of lovers.
There are
40395
Valentines in the USA
Valentine is the
856th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Valentine

SaintValentine

Saint Valentine was a Christian martyr who lived during the 3rd century and is associated with the holiday of Valentine's Day.

Valentinusof

Valentinus of Terni was a bishop in Umbria, Italy, who was martyred during the persecution of Christians under Emperor Aurelian in the late 3rd century.

ValentinaTereshkova

Valentina Tereshkova is a Russian former astronaut and politician, and she became the first woman to travel into space aboard Vostok 6 in 1963.

ValentinSerov

Valentin Serov was a Russian painter, known for his portraits and landscapes. He is considered one of the leading figures in Russian art during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Valentinede

Valentine de Saint-Point was a French artist, writer, and feminist. She was associated with various avant-garde movements and was known for her provocative works.

ValentineStrasser

Valentine Strasser is a Sierra Leonean military officer who ruled as the Head of State of Sierra Leone from 1992 to 1996, after staging a military coup at the age of 25.

ValentineDyall

Valentine Dyall was a British actor known for his distinctive voice and his roles in films such as 'The Haunting' and 'Where Eagles Dare.'

ValentineCameron

Valentine Cameron Prinsep was a British painter, known for his historical and genre scenes. He was associated with the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood and the Aesthetic Movement.

ValentinZukovsky

Valentin Zukovsky is a fictional character in the James Bond film series, portrayed by actor Robbie Coltrane. He first appeared in the film 'GoldenEye' and later in 'The World Is Not Enough.'

ValentinaNappi

Valentina Nappi is an Italian adult film actress and model known for her performances in the adult entertainment industry.

Valentine Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Valentine' is derived from the given name 'Valentine,' which itself comes from the Latin name 'Valentinus.' It is a patronymic surname meaning 'son of Valentine.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Valentine' is most commonly found in the United States, particularly in states like California, Texas, and New York. It is also found in the United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Valentine' include 'Valentin,' 'Valentino,' 'Valentín,' 'Valentinus,' 'Valentina,' 'Valentinsson,' 'Valentini,' 'Valentyn,' 'Valentez,' and 'Valhalen.'
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Valentine' have migrated and immigrated to various countries, like the United States, during periods of colonization and in search of better opportunities.