Valya

Valya is a Slavic diminutive form of Valentina or Valentin, ultimately derived from the Latin name Valentinus, rooted in the word valens, meaning strong or healthy. It has been widely used as an affectionate everyday name in Russian, Bulgarian, and other Slavic cultures, functioning both as a pet form and as an independent given name. Related forms include Vala, Valja, and the full names Valentina and Valentin.