Lashunda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lashunda is an American name that combines the prefix 'La-' with 'Shunda', with roots in modern naming practices. It conveys meanings associated with light and warmth. The name has evolved in its historical forms and gained popularity in the late 20th century among African American communities. It reflects traits of uniqueness and cultural significance, with no biblical relevance.
The name Lashunda is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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, Lashunda has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lashunda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1317th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2195th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19428th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Lashunda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lashunda"
Pronunciation
/ləˈʃʌndə/
Origin
American
Etymology
Lashunda is a modern American name that likely combines the prefix 'La-' with the name 'Shunda', which is of uncertain origin but may be influenced by African American naming practices.
Meaning
Light, warmth
Language Evolution
Lashunda, LaShunda
Historical Usage
Lashunda gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly among African American communities.
Variants & Derivatives
LaShunda, Shunda
Modern Popularity & Image
Lashunda is viewed as a unique and culturally significant name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Lashunda Smith, an American author, Lashunda Johnson, a prominent community activist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lashunda"
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 "Lashunda"
"Lashunda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1317th of 19264 | 1,351 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2195th of 27321 | 876 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 19428th of 35406 | 43 |
Regional Popularity of "Lashunda" 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 "Lashunda" 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) |
49.54% 1455th/2937 |
- |
20.13% 708th/3518 |
70.43% 2848th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
72.18% 2660th/3685 |
- |
21.99% 1142nd/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lashunda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lashunda" 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.