A low area of land between hills or mountains
Derived from the English vocabulary word, it refers to the geographical feature of a low-lying area between hills, often containing a river. As a name, it evokes a sense of natural serenity and groundedness, fitting the modern trend of using landscape-inspired nouns.
Less common today
Valley isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,130 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A character in the children's book series · Valley O'Malley series