Valentine's Day Baby Names, Names Inspired By Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day baby names are wrapped in the rosy glow of February 14, making them perfect for any little one arriving near the holiday of love. If you are lucky enough to welcome a baby around this romantic date, this collection of Valentine's Day baby names will sprinkle a little extra sweetness on the celebration. Each pick ties to love itself, to the legendary Saint Valentine, to Cupid, or to the hearts and roses that define the day.
Consider Valentine, a Latin classic meaning 'strong and healthy,' honoring the beloved saint whose story inspired the holiday. Valentina, its Italian feminine form, has soared to the top 100 in the U.S. and Latin America. Amor, simply meaning 'love' in Spanish and Italian, feels tender and bold at once. Cupid offers a playful mythological pick, while Rose pays tribute to the day's most iconic flower. Cherry adds a sweet, vintage touch with a wink of romance.
When choosing Valentine's Day baby names, picture them on a heart-shaped card and see if they still feel right for the long haul. These names often pair beautifully with grounded, classic middle names for balance. If these Valentine's Day baby names inspire you, you may also enjoy our beloved baby names for tender alternatives, our February baby names for seasonal companions, or our flower baby names for petal-soft picks. A Valentine's Day name is a forever love letter to your little cherub.
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Recorded origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abraham | Father Of A Multitude.Variants Include Avraham, Aram, Abarron, And Avidor | Male | Hebrew |
| Adara | "Virgin."Also An Greek Name Meaning "Beauty," And A Hebrew Name Meaning "Fire... | Female | Arabic |
| Adonis | God Of Peace And Love. | Male | African |
| Adora | Chamoru Spanish, "Adore." | Female | Chamoru |
| Ahava | Dearly Loved | Female | Hebrew |
| Aiko | Little Love; Beloved | Female | Japanese |
| Alexandra | Defender Of Mankind. Feminine Of Alexander. | Female | English |
| Allie | Greatest. A Variant Of Allah - The Supreme Being In The Muslim Faith. | Female | Arabic |
| Amada | Beloved. | Female | Spanish |
| Amadeo | Loves God | Male | Spanish |
| Amanda | Worthy Of Being Loved. Literary: Poets And Playwrights Brought This Name Into... | Female | English |
| Amara | Unfading | Female | Greek |
| Amethyst | Jewel | Female | Greek |
| Amie | Beloved. | Female | French |
| Amor | Love | Female | Spanish |
| Amora | Love | Female | Spanish |
| Amy | Dearly Loved: Beloved. | Female | French |
| Anabelle | Beautiful. | Female | English |
| Angela | Messenger From God; Angel | Female | Romanian |
| Angelica | Angelic. | Female | Latin |
| Angelina | Angel | Female | French |
| Annabel | Joy | Female | Gaelic |
| Annabella | Beautiful Grace | Female | Scottish |
| Annabelle | Grace And Beauty. | Female | Latin |
| Anwell | Beloved | Male | Celtic |
| Aphrodite | Myth Name (Goddess Of Love) | Female | Greek |
| Archer | A Bowman. An English Surname. | Male | English |
| Aurora | "Dawn." According To Ancient Greek Mythology, Aurora Is The Goddess Of The Da... | Female | African |
| Aziz | Dear | Male | Arabic |
| Baldwin | Bold Friend | Male | German |
| Bard | Cold, The Cold | Male | Arabic |
| Beau | Handsome. | Male | French |
| Bella | Devoted To God | Female | Hebrew |
| Belle | Fair: Lovely One. | Female | French |
| Bonnie | Sweet | Female | French |
| Brandon | From The Beacon Hill | Male | English |
| Branwen | Daughter Of Llyr | Female | Arthurian |
| Brisa | From Briseis The Woman Achilles Loved In Homer's Iliad. | Female | Spanish |
| Byron | From The Cottage | Male | French |
| Candi | Variant Of Candida. Bright: Glowing White. | Female | Spanish |
| Cara | Friend | Female | Celtic |
| Carys | Female | Welsh | |
| Chad | Defense | Male | Celtic |
| Charity | Benevolent Goodwill And Love. | Female | English |
| Charles | A Man. French Variant Of Carl Adopted By The English Since Seventeenth-Centur... | Male | English |
| Charleston | A Man: Variant Of Carl. | Male | English |
| Cher | Variant Of Cherie Dear One:Darling | Female | French |
| Christian | Variant Of Christiana. Follower Of Christ. | Female | English |
| Clark | Cleric: Secretary. | Male | English |
| Cleopatra | Her Father's Fame | Female | Greek |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are popular Valentine's Day baby names?
Popular picks include Valentine, Valentina, Amor, Cupid, Rose, Cherry, and love-meaning names like Esme and Amara.
Who was Saint Valentine?
Saint Valentine was a third-century Roman priest martyred for secretly marrying Christian couples, later honored as the patron saint of love.
Is Valentina a popular baby name?
Yes. Valentina ranks inside the U.S. top 50 girl names and is a top-10 favorite in Argentina, Colombia, and Italy.
What does the name Amor mean?
Amor means love in Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, and Latin, and is used as both a first name and a middle name for babies.
Are Valentine's Day baby names only for February 14 babies?
Not at all. These romantic names carry timeless appeal and work beautifully for babies born any day of the year.
Is Valentine a boy or girl name?
Valentine is traditionally masculine in English and French, while Valentina serves as the widely used feminine form.
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