Lavern Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Lavern is a name of French origin meaning 'laurel.' It evolved from Laurentia and Laverna to its current form. The laurel tree symbolizes victory and honor, contributing to the name's positive traits. There is no biblical relevance associated with it. Lavern gained popularity in the United States in the late 19th century and is often viewed as a vintage name with a connection to nature.

The name Lavern is most popular in Nebraska, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Lavern has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lavern' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 413th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 412th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 756th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1464th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2980th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4165th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4085th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 723rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 714th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 891st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2149th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7390th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 28314th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Lavern' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lavern"

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Pronunciation

/ləˈvɜrn/

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Origin

French

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Etymology

The name Lavern is derived from the French word 'laurier,' which means 'laurel.' The laurel tree is historically associated with victory and honor in various cultures.

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Meaning

laurel

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Language Evolution

Laurentia, Laverna, Lavern

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Historical Usage

The name gained popularity in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often used in connection with the floral symbolism of the laurel.

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Variants & Derivatives

Laverne, Vern, Vernie

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Modern Popularity & Image

In modern times, Lavern is less common as a first name but carries an image of vintage charm and a connection to nature.

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Famous People

Laverne Cox, Laverne Baker

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lavern"

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 "Lavern"

"Lavern" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 413th of 7545 3,270
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 412th of 6773 3,571
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 756th of 7552 1,803
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 1464th of 10718 562
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 2980th of 16616 312
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 4165th of 24088 339
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 4085th of 23106 306
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 723rd of 9107 1,772
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 714th of 9204 1,837
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 891st of 12526 2,414
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 2149th of 19264 623
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 7390th of 27321 157
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 28314th of 35406 13

Regional Popularity of "Lavern" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
100.00%
207th/207
100.00%
523rd/523
100.00%
956th/956
100.00%
616th/616
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
100.00%
223rd/223
100.00%
602nd/602
100.00%
1187th/1187
100.00%
571st/571
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
100.00%
483rd/483
100.00%
886th/886
100.00%
1270th/1270
100.00%
1193rd/1193
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
100.00%
936th/936
- 100.00%
1967th/1967
100.00%
2458th/2458
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
100.00%
1612th/1612
100.00%
2156th/2156
- -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
100.00%
2018th/2018
100.00%
2951st/2951
- -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
100.00%
1956th/1956
100.00%
2267th/2267
- -

Regional Popularity of "Lavern" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
100.00%
468th/468
100.00%
1112th/1112
100.00%
698th/698
100.00%
698th/698
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
100.00%
679th/679
100.00%
1556th/1556
100.00%
583rd/583
100.00%
1220th/1220
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
100.00%
1080th/1080
100.00%
1083rd/1083
100.00%
642nd/642
100.00%
1356th/1356
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
100.00%
2937th/2937
100.00%
2413th/2413
100.00%
2094th/2094
100.00%
2710th/2710
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Lavern"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Lavern" 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.