Lavona Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lavona has Latin origins, meaning purity or washing. It evolved through historical forms like Lavonia and Lavina. The name is characterized by its vintage charm and has a unique appeal in modern times. It lacks biblical relevance and has gained limited popularity since the mid-20th century.
The name Lavona is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest 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, Lavona has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. 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, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lavona' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1340th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1257th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2685th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5999th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12734th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Lavona' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lavona"
Pronunciation
/ləˈvoʊnə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Lavona is derived from the Latin word 'lavare', which means 'to wash'. It may also be connected to the name 'Lavina', which has similar roots.
Meaning
purity, washing
Language Evolution
Lavonia, Lavina, Lavona
Historical Usage
Lavona has seen sporadic use as a given name, gaining popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Lavina, Lavinia, Lava
Modern Popularity & Image
Lavona is considered a unique and vintage name that evokes a sense of charm and nostalgia. It is not widely common today, which adds to its appeal.
Famous People
Lavona McCulloch, a notable figure in community service, Lavona McAllister, a recognized artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lavona"
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 "Lavona"
"Lavona" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1340th of 9107 | 600 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1257th of 9204 | 662 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2685th of 12526 | 341 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5999th of 19264 | 129 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12734th of 27321 | 59 |
Regional Popularity of "Lavona" 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 "Lavona" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
59.32% 840th/1416 |
- |
69.36% 1641st/2366 |
100.00% 1142nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
58.28% 901st/1546 |
95.76% 1490th/1556 |
52.27% 1230th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
80.13% 2286th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lavona"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lavona" 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.