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35 Valentines Day Trivia Questions and Answers

Reviewed by Kenton, Chief Editor·Updated May 2025·4 min read
Valentines Day Trivia

  1. 1What is the origin of Valentine's Day?

  2. 2Who was Saint Valentine?

  3. 3What symbol often represents Valentine's Day?

  4. 4Which Roman god is associated with Valentine's Day?

  5. 5What flower is most commonly given on Valentine's Day?

  6. 6What is the most popular Valentine's Day candy in the U.S.?

  7. 7Which country sends the most Valentine's Day cards?

  8. 8What is the traditional color of Valentine's Day?

  9. 9In which century did Valentine's Day become associated with love?

  10. 10What is another name for Valentine's Day?

  11. 11Which bird is often associated with love and Valentine's Day?

  12. 12What is a common Valentine's Day gift besides flowers and chocolates?

  13. 13Which Shakespeare play mentions Valentine's Day?

  14. 14What is the most popular way to say 'I love you' on Valentine's Day?

  15. 15Which Italian city is known as a romantic destination for Valentine's Day?

  16. 16What fruit is also known as 'the love apple' and associated with Valentine's Day?

  17. 17What is the term for someone who sends a Valentine's card anonymously?

  18. 18Which U.S. state produces the majority of America's red roses?

  19. 19Which emperor is said to have declared single men made better soldiers, leading to the banning of marriage for young men, which Saint Valentine supposedly defied?

  20. 20What is the name of the Valentine's Day practice where women pin the names of their love interest on their sleeves?

  21. 21What is the French city that is known as the 'Village of Love' for its Valentine's Day festival?

  22. 22What is the most popular Valentine's Day flower after roses?

  23. 23Which U.S. president first hosted a Valentine's Day ball in the White House?

  24. 24What is the term for the fear of Valentine's Day?

  25. 25In which country is it traditional for women to give men chocolate on Valentine's Day?

  26. 26Which city in Texas is known for its large Valentine's Day heart installation?

  27. 27What historical figure is often credited with sending the first Valentine's Day card?

  28. 28What is a popular Valentine's Day activity involving messages hidden in desserts?

  29. 29In which country do people celebrate 'Friend's Day' instead of Valentine's Day?

  30. 30What animal is a symbol of fertility and often associated with the ancient origins of Valentine's Day?

  31. 31What is the term for the old tradition of drawing names to pair men and women for Valentine's Day?

  32. 32What is the name of the online platform that has popularized sending e-cards for Valentine's Day?

  33. 33What is the traditional Valentine's Day fabric known for its luxurious feel and often used in gifts?

  34. 34What is the name of the popular Valentine's Day candy with messages written on them?

  35. 35Which Greek goddess is often associated with love and beauty, celebrated indirectly on Valentine's Day?

Answer Key

  1. 1. Ancient Roman festival of Lupercalia.
  2. 2. A Christian martyr from the 3rd century.
  3. 3. The heart.
  4. 4. Cupid.
  5. 5. Rose.
  6. 6. Heart-shaped chocolates.
  7. 7. United States.
  8. 8. Red.
  9. 9. 14th century.
  10. 10. Saint Valentine's Day.
  11. 11. Dove.
  12. 12. Jewelry.
  13. 13. Hamlet.
  14. 14. Giving a card.
  15. 15. Venice.
  16. 16. Tomato.
  17. 17. Secret admirer.
  18. 18. California.
  19. 19. Claudius II.
  20. 20. Wearing your heart on your sleeve.
  21. 21. Saint-Valentin.
  22. 22. Tulips.
  23. 23. John Adams.
  24. 24. Valentinophobia.
  25. 25. Japan.
  26. 26. Loveland.
  27. 27. Charles, Duke of Orleans.
  28. 28. Fortune cookies with love messages.
  29. 29. Finland.
  30. 30. Goat.
  31. 31. Valentine's lottery.
  32. 32. eGreetings.
  33. 33. Silk.
  34. 34. Conversation hearts.
  35. 35. Aphrodite.

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