Valerian of Rome was a Roman nobleman who lived during the 3rd century. He is recognized as a Christian martyr and the husband of Saint Cecilia. Following his marriage, Cecilia converted him to the Christian faith, leading Pope Urban to baptize him. Valerian, along with his brother Tiburce, faced execution for providing food and burial services to Christians who were hiding from the authorities. He died in Rome on April 14, 229, after being handed over to the executioner Maximus, whom the group eventually converted to their faith.