Val
As per its English origins, the meaning of Val is ‘from the valley’. In Latin, it also means ‘good health’, ‘strong’ and ‘powerful’. The Russian meaning of the name Val is similar, meaning ‘athletic’ and ‘mighty’. Val is a shortened form or nickname the names for Valentine or Valerie. As a name, Val began to be widely used because of Saint Valentine. He was a martyr in the third century and is presently associated with love and Valentine’s Day, which is the day that he is celebrated with feasts. Parents who want a unisex name for their baby usually consider this name as it is gender-neutral. Around 23,636 people in the United States are named Val. A famous person with this name is Val Kilmer, who is known for being an American actor.
Gender
Girl
Of course, this is a neutral name.
Origin
Diminutive of Valentina, Valerie, etc
Numerology
V is for volunteer, your giving side.
A is for accepting, your forgiving nature.
L is for little, the little things you do.
Lucky
Val lucky number is 8.
8 is all about abundance. Within numerology, this number is linked to material wealth and financial success. Ambitious and goal-oriented, 8 can effortlessly assume leadership positions through its natural magnetism. 8 applies big-picture thinking to broaden its scope, racing up the top of any ladder to reach extraordinary heights.
Famous People Named Val
- Valerie B. "Val" Ackerman American athlete and founder of the WNBA
- Valerie Kathleen "Val" Lehman Australian actress
- Val Keil (b. 1991) Playboy Playmate of the Month for August 2013
Val in Pop Culture
- Gene Vidal character in film "Amelia"
- Valerie "Val" Pollard character on British soap "Emmerdale"
- Valerie "Val" Toriello character on TV's "The Nanny"
- Valene "Val" Ewing character on TV's "Dallas" and "Knots Landing"
- Valerie "Val" Cooper character in Marvel Comics
