Valerie
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for Valerie, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — A female given name from French [in turn from Latin].
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From French Valérie, from Latin Valeria. Doublet of Valeria.
Full origin of Valerie →Frequently asked questions
What does “Valerie” mean?
The word “Valerie” means a female given name from French [in turn from Latin].
What part of speech is “Valerie”?
Depending on how it is used, “Valerie” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Valerie” come from?
The word “Valerie” comes from Latin. From French Valérie, from Latin Valeria. Doublet of Valeria.
Is “Valerie” a common word?
“Valerie” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Valerie” have?
“Valerie” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a female given name from French [in turn from Latin].
Is Valerie only used as a name, or does it have other meanings?
Valerie is primarily a female given name of French origin, ultimately derived from Latin. In slang usage, Valerie can also refer to the psychotropic drug 1V-LSD, a meaning entirely unrelated to the name.
Where does the name Valerie come from?
Valerie comes from French, which in turn traces back to Latin, making it part of a family of names sharing that Latin root.
Is the drug meaning of Valerie considered slang?
Yes, the use of Valerie to refer to the drug 1V-LSD is classified as slang and would not be understood or expected in standard or formal English contexts.