Vale, of Latin origin, means "to be strong" or "healthy". It is typically used as a boy's name but can also be given to girls. The name Vale has gained popularity in recent years, likely due to its short length and powerful meaning. In literature, Vale is the surname of the character Valentine Vale from the popular children's book series "A Series of Unfortunate Events" by Lemony Snicket. This may have contributed to the name's rise in familiarity.
"Vale has seen a notable increase in popularity over the past decade, with 65 births recorded since 2014 alone, peaking at 14 births in 2020 and 11 births in both 2019 and 2022. Prior to this recent surge, Vale was seldom chosen as a baby name, with gaps of up to 87 years between instances of its use."