Lashawnda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lashawnda is an American English name that likely combines elements from the name 'Shawn' and the prefix 'La-'. It is a modern creation that reflects unique naming practices in African American culture. The name does not have a specific meaning and has no biblical relevance. It rose to popularity in the late 20th century and is associated with creativity and individuality.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lashawnda"
Pronunciation
/ləˈʃɔːndə/
Origin
American English
Etymology
Lashawnda is a modern name that likely originated as a combination of the name 'Shawn' and the prefix 'La-', which is often used in African American naming practices. It reflects a trend of creating unique names by blending or altering existing ones.
Meaning
unknown, as it is a modern creation
Language Evolution
Shawn, LaShawn, Lashawnda
Historical Usage
Lashawnda gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly among African American communities, as part of a broader trend of unique and creative names.
Variants & Derivatives
LaShawn, Shawnda, Lashonda
Modern Popularity & Image
Lashawnda is often viewed as a distinctive and culturally significant name, embodying creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Lashawnda Smith, notable community activist, Lashawnda Johnson, renowned artist
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 118 peak births in 1978
Geographic Spread
Popular across 18 US states, with strongest presence in Michigan
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lashawnda"
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 "Lashawnda"
"Lashawnda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1674th of 19264 | 915 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1795th of 27321 | 1,174 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10898th of 35406 | 138 |
Regional Popularity of "Lashawnda" 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 "Lashawnda" 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) |
36.60% 1075th/2937 |
80.10% 2790th/3483 |
40.85% 1437th/3518 |
44.81% 1812th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
29.82% 1099th/3685 |
60.65% 2714th/4475 |
31.88% 1656th/5194 |
54.88% 3467th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
94.98% 4352nd/4582 |
- | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lashawnda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lashawnda" 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 "Lashawnda" in the United States
The name Lashawnda is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Lashawnda 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, 'Lashawnda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1674th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1795th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10898th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Lashawnda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.