Lavenia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lavenia is a name of Latin origin, linked to the concept of cleansing and purity, and it evolved from Lavinia. The name has historical roots in Roman mythology and gained popularity in the 19th century. It is often perceived as elegant and unique, with a few notable individuals bearing the name.
The name Lavenia is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lavenia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Lavenia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1477th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1806th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2630th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4126th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12111th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 24101st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lavenia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lavenia"
Pronunciation
/ləˈviːnɪə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Lavenia is derived from the Latin word 'lavare', which means 'to wash' or 'to cleanse'. It may also be associated with the Roman goddess Lavinia, who was a figure in ancient mythology.
Meaning
purity, cleansing
Language Evolution
Lavinia (Latin), Lavenia (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Lavenia gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine form of Lavinia, reflecting a trend of adopting classical names.
Variants & Derivatives
Lavinia, Laveena, Vina
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lavenia is seen as a unique and elegant name, often associated with qualities of grace and purity. It is less common than its variants but has a charming appeal.
Famous People
Lavenia Thomas (American artist), Lavenia Stenson (British poet)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lavenia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Lavenia"
"Lavenia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1477th of 9107 | 513 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1806th of 9204 | 377 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2630th of 12526 | 353 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4126th of 19264 | 232 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12111th of 27321 | 66 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 24101st of 30306 | 13 |
Regional Popularity of "Lavenia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lavenia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 1416th/1416 |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
64.84% 1534th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
75.18% 1769th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
89.27% 2622nd/2937 |
- | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lavenia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lavenia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.