Lachelle Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lachelle is a modern name of French origin meaning 'little rock'. It evolved from 'La Rochelle' into its current form. The name is associated with a sense of uniqueness and has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly among parents seeking distinctive names for their daughters.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lachelle"
Pronunciation
/ləˈʃɛl/
Origin
French
Etymology
Lachelle is a modern name likely derived from the French name 'La Rochelle', which means 'the little rock'. It combines the French article 'la' with the word 'rochelle', indicating a diminutive form.
Meaning
little rock
Language Evolution
La Rochelle, Lachelle
Historical Usage
Lachelle gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries as a unique and modern feminine name.
Variants & Derivatives
LaChelle, Lashal, Shelly
Modern Popularity & Image
Lachelle is perceived as a modern and stylish name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 83 peak births in 1990
Geographic Spread
Popular across 13 US states, with strongest presence in Maryland
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lachelle"
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 "Lachelle"
"Lachelle" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4170th of 12526 | 166 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1690th of 19264 | 906 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2052nd of 27321 | 962 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6026th of 35406 | 323 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 12121st of 30306 | 85 |
Regional Popularity of "Lachelle" 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 "Lachelle" by Generation for Female 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) |
51.04% 1499th/2937 |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
58.27% 2050th/3518 |
53.07% 2146th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
60.95% 2246th/3685 |
82.53% 3693rd/4475 |
63.21% 3283rd/5194 |
40.57% 2563rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lachelle"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lachelle" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Lachelle" in the United States
The name Lachelle is most popular in Maryland, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West 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, Lachelle 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, 'Lachelle' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4170th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1690th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2052nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6026th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12121st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lachelle' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.