Laverne Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Laverne originates from French, meaning 'alder tree'. It evolved from Laverna in Latin to its current form in Modern English. Laverne reflects traits of strength and independence and has no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the early 20th century and is now viewed as a vintage name, associated with notable figures in entertainment.
The name Laverne is most popular in North Dakota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation 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, Laverne has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Laverne' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 319th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 332nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 729th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1557th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5057th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9671st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9776th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 218th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 239th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 391st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 948th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4649th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 25965th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Laverne' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Laverne"
Pronunciation
/ləˈvɜrn/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Laverne is derived from the French word for 'alder', which is a type of tree. It is also associated with the name of a saint, Saint Laverne.
Meaning
alder tree
Language Evolution
Laverna (Latin), Laverne (Old French), Laverne (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States, influenced by cultural references such as the famous TV show 'Laverne & Shirley'.
Variants & Derivatives
LaVerne, Laverna, Vern
Modern Popularity & Image
Laverne is perceived as a vintage name that evokes nostalgia and charm, often associated with strong and independent female characters.
Famous People
Laverne Cox, an American actress and LGBTQ+ advocate, Laverne Baker, an American singer, Laverne Andrews, one of the Andrews Sisters
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Laverne"
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 "Laverne"
"Laverne" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 319th of 7545 | 5,248 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 332nd of 6773 | 5,201 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 729th of 7552 | 1,904 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1557th of 10718 | 499 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5057th of 16616 | 141 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 9671st of 24088 | 91 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9776th of 23106 | 78 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 218th of 9107 | 15,736 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 239th of 9204 | 14,059 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 391st of 12526 | 10,350 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 948th of 19264 | 2,160 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4649th of 27321 | 307 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 25965th of 35406 | 18 |
Regional Popularity of "Laverne" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
12.22% 173rd/1416 |
24.44% 337th/1379 |
38.04% 900th/2366 |
32.40% 370th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
12.16% 188th/1546 |
21.40% 333rd/1556 |
37.82% 890th/2353 |
32.45% 502nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
22.27% 496th/2227 |
23.50% 571st/2430 |
42.87% 1223rd/2853 |
42.99% 1193rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
40.52% 1190th/2937 |
34.86% 1214th/3483 |
48.44% 1704th/3518 |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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52.36% 2343rd/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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83.98% 3768th/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Laverne" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
8.55% 121st/1416 |
24.66% 340th/1379 |
10.86% 257th/2366 |
15.41% 176th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
10.22% 158th/1546 |
21.34% 332nd/1556 |
10.71% 252nd/2353 |
14.80% 229th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
19.35% 431st/2227 |
16.58% 403rd/2430 |
11.11% 317th/2853 |
16.86% 468th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
35.65% 1047th/2937 |
23.57% 821st/3483 |
23.39% 823rd/3518 |
30.64% 1239th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
93.54% 3447th/3685 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Laverne"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Laverne" 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.