Valentina

Valentina is a female given name of Latin origin, the feminine form of Valentinus, derived from the Latin valent- meaning strong or healthy. The name is widely used in Romance-language regions and communities, including Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, and Russian contexts, and it has many diminutives and variants across cultures.

Notable people with the name include the Soviet cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova, the Russian politician Valentina Matviyenko, and Italian actresses Valentina Lodovini and Valentina Cervi.

Valentina also refers to other uses outside people. Valentina Salsa Picante is a popular Mexican hot sauce brand that is widely available in North America. In popular culture, the name has appeared as a title for various works, including songs and films.

The name is generally regarded as elegant and feminine and remains common in many countries around the world.