Chooser of the slain
Derived from Old Norse 'valr' (the slain) and 'kyrja' (chooser). In Norse mythology, Valkyries were female figures who decided which soldiers died in battle and led them to Valhalla.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Asgardian warrior and ally of Thor · Marvel Cinematic Universe
The protagonist and title character of the video game series · Valkyrie Profile
