Valencia most commonly refers to the city on Spain's eastern coast; many other places, people, and things also share the name. For information about the Spanish city itself see Valencia. This page summarizes the principal alternative uses and senses of the name.
Geographical places
- Regions and administrative areas: the historic Kingdom and the modern Valencian Community in eastern Spain, both derived from the same root.
- Cities and towns outside Spain: Valencia in Venezuela is a notable city in that country.
- Municipalities in the Philippines and localities in the United States (for example county or neighborhood names) also use Valencia as a place name.
People, language and culture
The term appears as a surname and as an adjective: Valencian denotes the regional language variety and cultural traits associated with the Valencia area. Historical references include the medieval Kingdom of Valencia, which influenced regional identity, institutions, and local traditions.
Organizations and sports
Several clubs and institutions carry the name, most prominently the professional football club Valencia CF. Educational and cultural organizations — including universities, theaters and sports teams — commonly use the name to indicate a connection to the city or region.
Other notable uses
- Valencia orange: a well-known sweet orange cultivar used for juice and fresh fruit.
- Commercial and creative uses: businesses, musical groups, vessels and product names sometimes adopt Valencia for branding.
Origins and distinctions: the name derives from the Latin word Valentia, meaning strength or valor, and has been applied to multiple places and entities over centuries. When encountering the name, context usually makes clear whether it denotes the Spanish city, another locality, a person, an institution, or a product.