naturalist. 1  a person who studies or is an expert in natural history, especially a zoologist or botanist. 2  an adherent of naturalism in literature or art.
Valerie is almost always a feminine given name in French, derived directly from the French ValÃ©rie (a female-only name). Valerie is also used as a nickname for Valeria. Both are often shortened to Val. ValÃ©ry or Valery is a masculine given name in parts of Europe (particularly in France and Russia), as well as a common surname in Francophone countries. Another, much rarer, French masculine form can be ValÄre.
The meaning of the name Valerie is Strength. The origin of the name Valerie is French. This is the culture in which the name originated, or in the case of a word, the language. Valerie Harper, actress (Rhoda). Valerie Bertinelli, actress. Valerie Perrine, actress.