Lashay Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lashay is a modern English name that combines elements from French origins, signifying grace and elegance. It has evolved from historical forms and gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly within African American culture. The name is currently seen as stylish and associated with creativity, though it does not have biblical relevance.
The name Lashay is most popular in Maryland, 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 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, Lashay 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, 'Lashay' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3442nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1612th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2752nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7364th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lashay' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lashay"
Pronunciation
/ləˈʃeɪ/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Lashay is believed to be a combination of the prefix 'La-' and the French name 'Shay', which has roots in the Old French word for 'to be' or 'to live'.
Meaning
The meaning of Lashay is often associated with grace and elegance.
Language Evolution
La, Shay
Historical Usage
Lashay gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unique and modern name, particularly within African American communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Lashae, Lashayla, Lasha
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lashay is perceived as a stylish and contemporary name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Lashay DeLaine - an emerging artist and performer., Lashay Roberts - a popular social media influencer.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lashay"
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 "Lashay"
"Lashay" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3442nd of 19264 | 304 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1612th of 27321 | 1,401 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2752nd of 35406 | 946 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7364th of 30306 | 186 |
Regional Popularity of "Lashay" 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 "Lashay" 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) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
94.83% 3303rd/3483 |
88.63% 3118th/3518 |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
35.74% 1317th/3685 |
34.50% 1544th/4475 |
30.98% 1609th/5194 |
35.14% 2220th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
48.84% 2238th/4582 |
56.25% 2905th/5164 |
44.80% 3276th/7313 |
63.37% 4729th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
94.70% 3773rd/3984 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Lashay"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lashay" 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.