Lahoma Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lahoma originates from Native American roots, meaning 'the place where the waters meet.' It has evolved from earlier forms like Lahome and has gained popularity primarily in the 20th century. The name is associated with natural beauty and cultural significance, with no direct biblical references.
The name Lahoma 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, Lahoma has been 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 Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lahoma' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1571st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1963rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4417th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3096th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22013th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Lahoma' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lahoma"
Pronunciation
/ləˈhoʊmə/
Origin
Native American
Etymology
Lahoma is derived from a Native American word meaning 'the place where the waters meet.' It reflects a connection to natural landscapes and water bodies.
Meaning
the place where the waters meet
Language Evolution
Lahoma, Lahome
Historical Usage
Lahoma gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States, as more parents sought unique and culturally significant names for their children.
Variants & Derivatives
Lahome, Lahomie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lahoma is considered a unique and distinctive name, often associated with cultural heritage and natural beauty.
Famous People
Lahoma O'Brien, an American artist known for her contributions to contemporary art.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lahoma"
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 "Lahoma"
"Lahoma" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1571st of 9107 | 465 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1963rd of 9204 | 327 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4417th of 12526 | 150 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3096th of 19264 | 358 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 22013th of 27321 | 12 |
Regional Popularity of "Lahoma" 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 "Lahoma" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
34.11% 807th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
44.41% 1045th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
77.78% 2219th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
49.66% 1747th/3518 |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lahoma"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lahoma" 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.