Valkyrie Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Valkyrie

"Alternative spelling of valkyrie."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 2022 👥 1,211 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Alternative spelling of valkyrie.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
1,211
Life Path
Number 4

📖 What Does Valkyrie Mean?

In Norse mythology, a valkyrie is one of a host of female figures who guide souls of the dead to the god Odin's hall Valhalla. There, the deceased warriors become einherjar. When the einherjar are not preparing for the cataclysmic events of Ragnarök, the valkyries bear them mead. Valkyries also appear as lovers of heroes and other mortals, where they are sometimes described as the daughters of royalty, sometimes accompanied by ravens and sometimes connected to swans, boars or wolves.

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In Norse mythology, a valkyrie is one of a host of female figures who guide souls of the dead to the god Odin's hall Valhalla. There, the deceased warriors become einherjar. When the einherjar are not preparing for the cataclysmic events of Ragnarök, the valkyries bear them mead. Valkyries also appear as lovers of heroes and other mortals, where they are sometimes described as the daughters of royalty, sometimes accompanied by ravens and sometimes connected to swans, boars or wolves.

Root Element
Valkyrie
Core Meaning
"Alternative spelling of valkyrie."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Valkyrie

V 4
A 1
L 3
K 2
Y 7
R 9
I 9
E 5
SUM 4
4
Life Path
Stability & Hard Work
6
Soul Urge
Nurturing & Responsibility
7
Personality
Wisdom & Introspection

Life Path 4 — Stability & Hard Work: Reliable, disciplined, and exceptionally organized.

📊 Valkyrie in Numbers

1,211 US bearers
2022 Peak year
Predominantly Female Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Valkyrie" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Alternative spelling of valkyrie.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~1,211 people named Valkyrie in the US. Peaked in 2022 with 153 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Valkyrie?

The Life Path number for Valkyrie is 4, associated with Stability & Hard Work. Soul Urge: 6. Personality: 7.

Is Valkyrie a boy or girl name?

Valkyrie is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Valkyrie in the US?

Approximately 1,211 people in the United States are named Valkyrie. The name peaked in 2022 with 153 recorded uses.

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